Amber Tackett
Summary
At Hope Public Schools, I enhanced academic growth and emotional well-being as a Secondary Literature and Language Arts Teacher by employing innovative lesson plans and multimedia resources to boost student engagement. My expertise in English fluency and classroom management, alongside fostering a culture of inclusion and respect, significantly improved student participation and comprehension.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Secondary Literature and Language Teacher
Hope Public Schools
Hope, AR
08.1999 - Current
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Continuously updated lesson materials to reflect current events or changes in societal norms, ensuring relevancy for students.
- For a more engaging experience, incorporated multimedia resources such as videos, podcasts, and interactive games into lessons.
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques to maintain discipline and create a focused atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Provided constructive feedback on written assignments, guiding students towards improved writing skills and greater understanding of literary analysis techniques.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by maintaining open communication with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Consistently utilized various teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and promote an inclusive classroom environment.
- Mentored new teachers within the department by sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective instructional strategies for teaching English literature and language courses effectively.
- Regularly assessed student progress through quizzes, exams, essays, oral presentations, and informal observations to provide targeted support where needed.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Coordinated activities to encourage interest in reading.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
- Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Henderson State University
Arkadelphia, AR05.2005
No Degree - English Education
Henderson State University
Arkadelphia, AR05.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Henderson State University
Arkadelphia, AR12.1994
Skills
- English fluency
- Classroom Management
- Extensive English vocabulary
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Student Engagement
- Lesson Planning
- Instructional Strategies
- Lesson development
- Cultural Awareness
- In-depth knowledge of English grammar, writing, and syntax
- Google Workspace proficient
Timeline
Secondary Literature and Language Teacher
Hope Public Schools
08.1999 - Current
Master of Science - Education
Henderson State University
No Degree - English Education
Henderson State University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Henderson State University