Goal-minded English Teacher with experience directing students in essay writing and reading comprehension. Delivers exciting, meaningful classroom lectures to engage students. Upbeat attitude and smooth communicator when interacting with parents, students, fellow teachers and school administrators.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
English Teacher, AP English Teacher
Pymatuning Valley High School, Pymatuning Valley Local Schools
Andover, OH
08.2005 - Current
Targeted written feedback on student work
Analyzed student performance data to identify trends and inform instructional strategies
Created and implemented PBIS system to enhance student motivation and engagement
Student Council and National Honor Society Advisor developed and managed budgets, coordinated major event planning, and supervised large groups
Exhibited initiative by exceeding school expectations in support of student success
English Teacher, Design Team Member McK II, ALIVE
McKinley Senior High School, Canton City Schools
Canton, OH
08.2003 - 06.2005
Writing, developing, and revising a new course curriculum based on state standards (Reading for Success)
Data analysis of test results to specifically target student needs
Led a group of teachers in the Reading for Success program, facilitating collaboration and resource sharing.
Collaborated as a design team member for McK II to develop and refine small school implementation plans for the 2004-2005 school year
Chaired the committee responsible for developing and overseeing the Management and Organization plan.
Targeted written feedback on student work
English Teacher, Math Teacher
Stephen F. Austin High School, Fort Bend Independent School District
Sugar Land, TX
08.1996 - 06.2003
Writing, developing, revising, and adapting curriculum based on state standards (English II, English III, Creative Writing, Algebra I, Math of Modeling Applications)
Creating assessments to test for progress toward state-implemented tests
Data analysis of test results to specifically target student needs
Targeted written feedback on student work
Participated in committees to develop staff development programs, assess technology needs, monitor attendance requirements, and create vertical planning for English and Mathematics curricula
Sponsoring the student council, senior class, and Academic Decathlon involved developing and managing budgets.
GED Adult Education Instructor
Wharton County Junior College
Wharton, TX
10.2001 - 05.2002
Analyzed test results to identify and address specific student needs
Collaborated with adult learners (ages 16+) to design and implement tailored learning programs for GED test preparation
Instructed adult learners in GED, ESL, and basic literacy coursework at Wharton County Junior College.
Developed lesson plans aligned with adult education standards and learner assessments.
Evaluated student progress and adjusted instruction for individual learning needs.
Education
Master of Humanities -
Tiffin University
Tiffin, OH
Bachelor of Science - English Education
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio
Skills
Curriculum development
Curriculum design
Assessment development
Standards alignment
Data analysis
Written communication
Stakeholder engagement
Timeline
English Teacher, AP English Teacher
Pymatuning Valley High School, Pymatuning Valley Local Schools
08.2005 - Current
English Teacher, Design Team Member McK II, ALIVE
McKinley Senior High School, Canton City Schools
08.2003 - 06.2005
GED Adult Education Instructor
Wharton County Junior College
10.2001 - 05.2002
English Teacher, Math Teacher
Stephen F. Austin High School, Fort Bend Independent School District
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