ANGELA CUNARD
Forsyth,GA
Summary
Dedicated educator with 16 years of experience in diverse educational settings, specializing in General and Special Education. Awarded Teacher of the Year 2024 for exceptional mentorship and collaboration, fostering enriched learning environments and developing tailored lesson plans that enhance student engagement.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator
Katherine B. Sutton
Monroe, GA
08.2025 - Current
- Developed differentiated lesson plans that improved engagement and understanding among students as an Interrelated teacher.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills in students through problem-solving activities and innovative strategies that fostered success in the general education classroom.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create supportive learning environments tailored to the needs of students with Individualized Education Plans.
- Created a safe, comfortable learning environment for students by establishing positive relationships with them.
- Mentored new educators by sharing best practices and instructional strategies.
- Organized parent-teacher conferences and annual reviews to discuss student development and needs.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay updated on educational trends.
Principal
Ola Elementary
Henry County
01.2020 - 05.2025
- Grade Chair ESE Department
- IRR Teacher-Autism K-2, Autism 3-5 General Curriculum, 4th Grade, 5th Grade
- Facilitated team meetings to foster collaboration among educators
- Student Teacher Mentor (Local Universities & TAPP Program)
- Organized activities for girls club.
- Mentored new teachers in Autism Units, providing guidance and support for instructional strategies
- Professional Development Henry County District Office
- Teacher of the Year 2024
Inclusion Teacher
Mount Carmel Elementary
Henry County
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Grade Chair 5th Grade
- Coached teachers to enhance student engagement in math through effective instructional strategies
- Developed and implemented curriculum to meet the needs of gifted students, fostering advanced learning opportunities
- General Educator 1st Grade -2 years
- Student Teacher Mentor
- Completed Aspire Special Education Leadership Endorsement to strengthen leadership in inclusive educational practices
Autism Teacher
Cotton Indian Elementary
Henry County
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Autism Teacher 3-5th Grades General Curriculum
- General Educator 2nd Grade
- Developed individualized education plans for students with autism.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to support student learning.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to enhance student progress.
Education
Specialists, & EDD - Leadership K-12
GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY
01-2020
Masters of Science - Childhood Psychology
GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY
01-2012
Bachelors of Liberal Studies - Early Education
MERCER UNIVERSITY
01-2007
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Student Assessment
- Classroom Management
- Special education
- Early Childhood K-12
- Math Cadre
- Leadership
- Mentor Teacher
- Professional Development
- Instructional Coach
- Online Instructional Tutor (3-12th Grade)
- Online Instructor for PSAT Prep
Accomplishments
- Teacher of the Year 2024
Timeline
Educator
Katherine B. Sutton
08.2025 - Current
Principal
Ola Elementary
01.2020 - 05.2025
Inclusion Teacher
Mount Carmel Elementary
01.2016 - 01.2020
Autism Teacher
Cotton Indian Elementary
01.2012 - 01.2016
Specialists, & EDD - Leadership K-12
GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY
Masters of Science - Childhood Psychology
GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY
Bachelors of Liberal Studies - Early Education
MERCER UNIVERSITY