Angela Griffin
Smyrna,TN
Summary
Experienced teacher eager to continue to learn and grow professionally. Successful in classroom management, curriculum and teaching strategies, student evaluations and feedback, and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning by adapting lessons to fit student needs. Committed to working as a team to increase student outcomes.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Second Grade Teacher
Rutherford County Schools
02.2000 - Current
- 23 years of experience with grades K-3.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through consistent communication, leading to increased parental involvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop diverse, grade-appropriate lesson plans, fostering critical thinking skills and enhanced student comprehension.
- Assessed student progress regularly through summative and formative assessments, providing timely feedback for improved academic performance.
- Managed classroom effectively by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among student, and using positive discipline techniques and behavior management plans tailored to individual student needs.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of growth for students, implementing goal-setting strategies and targeted interventions to close achievement gaps.
- Served as a mentor teacher for educators entering the profession, offering guidance and support throughout their first years of teaching.
- Collaborated with teachers, specialists, and administrators to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians, and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Provided individualized and diversified instruction to support student comprehension and assist with navigating challenges. Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Established clear communication channels that ensured the timely exchange of information between team members and administrators.
- Collaborated with other grade-level leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
Customer Service Supervisor
Kroger Company
03.1989 - 06.2000
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving escalated issues promptly and professionally.
- Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving abilities in navigating challenging customer scenarios and finding solutions that met their needs as well as aligned with company policies.
- Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Curriculum And Instruction
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN07.2025
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN12.1999
High School Diploma -
Cookeville High School
Cookeville, TN05.1990
Skills
- Curriculum Implementation
- Lesson Plan Development
- Team Collaboration
- Classroom Management
- Instructional Strategies
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Behavior Management
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Experience with Standardized Testing
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Second Grade Teacher
Rutherford County Schools
02.2000 - Current
Customer Service Supervisor
Kroger Company
03.1989 - 06.2000
Master of Arts - Elementary Curriculum And Instruction
Tennessee Technological University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Middle Tennessee State University
High School Diploma -
Cookeville High School