Angela Hendershot
Titusville,FL
Summary
At Brevard Innovated Charter School, I enhanced student learning by employing differentiated instruction and phonics, improving reading comprehension significantly. My strong relationship-building and organizational skills fostered a supportive educational environment, leading to notable academic and social-emotional development among first graders.
Upbeat, patient, and nurturing nature combined with solid foundation in child development and classroom management. Well-versed in early childhood education principles and skilled in creating engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans. Committed to fostering positive learning environment and supporting each child's unique growth and development.
Qualified classroom teacher with strong background in early childhood education and proven track record of fostering positive and engaging learning environment. Successfully implemented creative lesson plans and activities that promote cognitive and social development. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with parents and collaborate with colleagues to achieve educational goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Brevard Innovated Charter School
08.1999 - Current
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
- Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and social-emotional development.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Improved student reading comprehension by incorporating engaging phonics activities and guided reading sessions.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Increased parent involvement in their child''s education by conducting regular parent-teacher conferences and providing resources for at-home learning support.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within the classroom.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, develop interdisciplinary units, and provide an enriching educational experience for students.
- Tailored lesson plans to meet district standards while addressing unique challenges faced by first-grade learners.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers by sharing insights gleaned from years of experience in the profession.
- Evaluated student progress using various assessment methods, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of each individual''s strengths and areas for improvement.
- Enhanced classroom atmosphere by incorporating visual aids, interactive tools, and hands-on learning experiences.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL12-1999
Skills
- Classroom management
- Phonics instruction
- Organizational skills
- Relationship building
- Team collaboration
- Professional development
- Reading instruction
- Parent-teacher communication
- Problem-solving skills
- Lesson planning
- Math instruction
Certification
- English as a Second Language (ESL) Certification - [State] Department of Education.
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Brevard Innovated Charter School
08.1999 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Central Florida