Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Timeline
Teacher
ANDREA HOLLOWAY

ANDREA HOLLOWAY

Decatur

Summary

Professional educator with robust background in language arts instruction. Experienced at curriculum development, classroom management, and fostering student engagement. Strong focus on collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in lesson planning, assessment, and differentiated instruction. Reliable and resourceful, consistently supporting team goals and student success.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
2
2

Certifications

Work History

7th Grade Gifted English Language Arts Teacher

Columbia Middle School
06.2017 - Current
  • Led professional learning communities (PLCs) on instructional strategies such as Marking the Text, Cornell Notes, and implementation of new ELA standards.
  • Mentored three new teachers as the school’s designated Teacher Support Coach.
  • Served as ELA Department Chair and 7th Grade Content Lead.
  • Contributed to the school’s guiding coalition to support the implementation of PLC structures and collaboration.
  • Vice President of the Principal’s Advisory Committee and Secretary of the PTA.
  • Member of the school's Leadership Team and 2024–2025 Master Teacher Cadre.
  • Created 'Eagle's Compass' - a structured data binder system for ELA teachers to track student progress.
  • Served on the committee to revise the Continuous School Improvement Plan.

6th Grade Reading Teacher

International Academy of Smyrna
10.2011 - 05.2017
  • Developed and implemented reading/ELA curriculum for middle school. Aligned IB standards to Common Core. Served as team lead, facilitated content meetings, and supported ELA best practices. Differentiated instruction and used literature circles to boost comprehension.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create an interdisciplinary curriculum, enhancing student understanding of various subjects.
  • Implemented data-driven instruction to guide teaching strategies, leading to more effective learning experiences.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and improve instructional practices.
  • Utilized assessment data to inform instructional decisions and provide targeted support for struggling students.

5th Grade General Education Teacher

International Academy of Smyrna
08.2012 - 05.2014
  • Administered assessments, integrated technology, and maintained strong parent communication. Planned field trips, supervised projects, and provided individualized support.
  • Developed comprehensive lesson plans that catered to diverse learning styles, enhancing comprehension of subject material.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, enriching students'' understanding of broader themes and connections between subjects.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best teaching practices, integrating new strategies into the classroom as appropriate.

Student Teacher

Kendrick Middle School
08.2010 - 05.2011
  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
  • Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Middle Grades Education

Clayton State University
Morrow, GA
01.2011

Associate of Arts - Middle Grades Education

Georgia Perimeter College
Decatur, GA
01.2007

Skills

  • Instructional Leadership
  • Curriculum Development
  • PLC Facilitation
  • Teacher development support
  • Data Analysis
  • Professional Development
  • Strategic school planning
  • Grading proficiency
  • Teaching strategies
  • Curriculum implementation
  • Experienced in English Language Arts curriculum

Certification

  • SRT Middle Grades (4-8) – Reading
  • SRT Middle Grades (4-8) – Language Arts
  • SRT Gifted In-Field
  • SRS Coaching Endorsement
  • SRS Teacher Support and Coaching Endorsement

Accomplishments

  • Nominated Teacher of the Year 2014–2015
  • Finalist, Teacher of the Year 2015–2016
  • Helen Ruffin Reading Bowl Coach (2012–2016)
  • Junior Beta Club Sponsor | Data Team Member | After-School Tutorial Host
  • Community Service Project Mentor

Affiliations

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. (2011–Present)

Timeline

7th Grade Gifted English Language Arts Teacher

Columbia Middle School
06.2017 - Current

5th Grade General Education Teacher

International Academy of Smyrna
08.2012 - 05.2014

6th Grade Reading Teacher

International Academy of Smyrna
10.2011 - 05.2017

Student Teacher

Kendrick Middle School
08.2010 - 05.2011

Associate of Arts - Middle Grades Education

Georgia Perimeter College

Bachelor of Science - Middle Grades Education

Clayton State University

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