Andrea Gentry
Jackson,Missouri
Summary
Professional educator with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and student assessment. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs. Valued for strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Classroom Teacher
Jackson R2 Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents, and staff for enhanced collaboration.
- Set clear student behavior and academic expectations to foster a productive environment.
- Enhanced self-esteem and life skills through social emotional learning opportunities.
- Implemented data-driven instruction to support proficiency in core subjects.
- Tailored lessons to accommodate diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Designed assessments to gauge understanding and guide instructional decisions.
Classroom Teacher
Cotter Public School District
08.2005 - 05.2018
- Member of the personnel committee creating policies that affected students, teachers, and school leaders.
- Integral part of textbook adoption committee for reading and math.
- Coordinated county wide spelling bee event.
- Coordinated the fall festival which was the largest fundraiser for the elementary school.
- Provided professional development for teachers on various topics.
Education
Education Specialist - Educational Leadership
William Woods University
Fulton, Missouri, MO08-2026
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR05-2006
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Augusta State University
Augusta, GA05-2005
Skills
- Curriculum and instruction expertise
- Strategic planning and school-wide leadership
- Facilitation and data-driven decision making
- Adult learning and capacity building
- Supervision and teacher development
Timeline
Classroom Teacher
Jackson R2 Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
Classroom Teacher
Cotter Public School District
08.2005 - 05.2018
Education Specialist - Educational Leadership
William Woods University
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Arkansas State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Augusta State University
Accolades
- Teacher of the Year, Orchard Drive Elementary (2024)
- Excellence in Education, Jackson R2 School District (2023)