Alma Lea
Raleigh,North Carolina
Summary
Dynamic educator with experience at Wake County Public Schools, skilled in fostering student engagement and enhancing literacy development. Proven ability to adapt instructional strategies for diverse learners, while building strong relationships with students and parents. Committed to promoting a growth mindset and achieving academic excellence through collaborative teamwork and innovative teaching methods.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Building Substitute Teacher
Wake County Public Schools/ River Bend Middle School
08.2024 - Current
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a productive learning environment.
- Adapted lesson plans to meet diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Collaborated with regular teachers to ensure continuity in educational delivery.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to enhance academic performance.
- Assisted in the preparation of instructional materials and resources for daily lessons.
- Engaged students through interactive activities and discussions to promote participation.
- Supported school initiatives by participating in professional development workshops and training sessions.
- Established high expectations for all learners, fostering a growth mindset that encouraged persistent effort toward academic goals.
- Provided individualized support to struggling learners, enabling them to reach their full potential academically.
K-12 Substitute Teacher
Wake County Public Schools
02.2014 - Current
- Implemented lesson plans and instructional activities to support diverse student learning needs.
- Managed classroom dynamics, fostering a positive and engaging learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers to adapt curriculum materials for various grade levels.
- Provided individualized support to students, enhancing their academic performance and confidence.
- Developed creative solutions for classroom challenges, improving overall student engagement and participation.
- Assisted in maintaining communication with parents regarding student achievements and challenges.
Middle School Social Studies Teacher Grades 6-9
Durham Charter School
09.2008 - 10.2011
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards to enhance student understanding of historical concepts.
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies to accommodate various learning styles and improve classroom participation.
- Facilitated collaborative group activities to promote critical thinking and foster teamwork among students.
- Assessed student performance through formative and summative evaluations, providing targeted feedback for improvement.
- Led initiatives to improve school-wide literacy through reading comprehension strategies integrated into all subjects.
- Maintained current and accurate student records in alignment with regulatory requirements.
- Promoted a love of learning through dynamic teaching approaches that made subjects relevant to students' lives.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to keep parents informed of student progress.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units that connect social studies with other subjects, enriching the curriculum experience.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN12-2008
Master of Science - Education
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN04-2006
Bachelor of Arts - Public Administration
Shaw University
Raleigh, NC12-2002
Skills
- Flexibility
- Parent-teacher communication
- Student engagement
- Literacy development
- Social studies instruction
- Relationship building and management
- Test proctoring
- Reporting and documenting
- Smartboard technology
Timeline
Building Substitute Teacher
Wake County Public Schools/ River Bend Middle School
08.2024 - Current
K-12 Substitute Teacher
Wake County Public Schools
02.2014 - Current
Middle School Social Studies Teacher Grades 6-9
Durham Charter School
09.2008 - 10.2011
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Capella University
Master of Science - Education
Capella University
Bachelor of Arts - Public Administration
Shaw University
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