Amy Corbitt
Teacher
Pelham,AL
Summary
Responsible Educator certified in Alabama to teach 1st through 6th graders. Learns and integrates new technologies and teaching strategies as part of leadership and classroom management. Realizes consistent improvement in test scores year after year. Experienced elementary school educator proficient in language arts. Demonstrated skills in spelling, grammar and verbal communication principles.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
6th Grade Language Arts Teacher
Hoover City Schools
01.2019 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student success.
- Fostered a love for reading by introducing students to diverse literary genres and authors.
- Assessed student progress regularly, using formative assessments to guide instructional decisions.
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in language arts education.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules and language skills.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Boosted students'' reading comprehension skills through the implementation of targeted literacy strategies.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by participating in extracurricular activities and events.
6th Grade Language Arts Teacher
Shelby County Schools/Pelham City Schools
08.2013 - 05.2016
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations and consistent routines.
- Provided individualized support for diverse learners, accommodating various learning styles and needs.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by participating in extracurricular activities and events.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student success.
- Fostered a love for reading by introducing students to diverse literary genres and authors.
- Assessed student progress regularly, using formative assessments to guide instructional decisions.
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in language arts education.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment and expression of original ideas.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules and language skills.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
6th Grade Language Arts Teacher
Shelby County Schools
08.2000 - 12.2002
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations and consistent routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, fostering a well-rounded educational experience.
- Provided individualized support for diverse learners, accommodating various learning styles and needs.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by participating in extracurricular activities and events.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student success.
- Fostered a love for reading by introducing students to diverse literary genres and authors.
- Assessed student progress regularly, using formative assessments to guide instructional decisions.
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in language arts education.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment and expression of original ideas.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules and language skills.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavioral issues.
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
Education
No Degree - Elementary Education
Samford University
Birmingham, ALMaster of Science - Elementary Education
University of Montevallo
Montevallo, AL12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
The University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL12.1998
Skills
- Individualized support
- Student Engagement
- Peer Collaboration
- Reading Comprehension
- Writing instruction
- Special Education Support
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Grammar Expertise
- Team Collaboration
- Grading proficiency
- Quality education
- Classroom Management
Awards
First Year Teacher of the Year in Shelby County 2000-2001
Riverchase Middle School's Teacher of the Year 2001-2002
References
David Nalls 2600 John Hawkins Pkwy, Hoover, AL 35244 205-261-1359 rgilleylen@hoover.k12.al.us
Sarah Simmons 6055 Flemming Pkwy, Hoover, AL 35244 513-453-3746 ssimmons@hoover.k12.al.us
Dr. Tamala Maddox 7901 1st Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35206 205-296-1478 tmaddox@i3academy.org
Charles Smith 124 King Charles Lane, Alabaster, AL 35007 205-566-5232 ctsmith@uab.edu
Timeline
6th Grade Language Arts Teacher
Hoover City Schools
01.2019 - Current
6th Grade Language Arts Teacher
Shelby County Schools/Pelham City Schools
08.2013 - 05.2016
6th Grade Language Arts Teacher
Shelby County Schools
08.2000 - 12.2002
No Degree - Elementary Education
Samford University
Master of Science - Elementary Education
University of Montevallo
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
The University of Alabama At Birmingham
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