ANGELA JAMES
Lawrenceville,GA
Summary
Experienced elementary educator with a strong track record of teaching 2nd and 3rd grade at McNair Discovery Learning Academy. Recognized as an instructional leader for collaborative planning, academic achievement, and team leadership. Committed to creating inclusive, engaging, and differentiated learning environments that support student success and growth.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
2nd and 3rd Grade Teacher
McNair Discovery Learning Academy — Dekalb County School System
01.2015 - Current
- - Teach all content areas using differentiated, student-driven instruction aligned with state standards
- - Integrate project-based learning, data-driven instruction, and digital tools to personalize learning
- - Collaborate in weekly professional learning communities (PLCs) to co-plan and assess student progress
- - Lead initiatives in learner agency, goal setting, and choice-based learning
- - Recognized with Certificate of Honor for outstanding leadership, academic gains, and collaborative practice
- - Mentor new teachers and support instructional strategies across grade levels
- Grade Level Chair | 3 Years
- - Facilitated weekly grade-level meetings and modeled effective instructional practices
- - Analyzed student data to inform interventions and support achievement
- - Served as liaison between administration and teaching teams to improve school-wide communication and instructional coherence
Inventory Specialist / Cashier
The Home Depot
01.2006 - 01.2015
Lead Coordinator
McGraw-Hill
01.2006 - 01.2008
First Assistant Manager
Arby’s
01.2003 - 01.2006
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education (Honors)
University of Georgia – Gwinnett College
01.2015
Associate of Arts - Business Administration/Education (Honors)
Georgia Perimeter College
Dunwoody, GA01.2011
Skills
- Standards-aligned lesson planning
- Student-Centered Instruction
- Collaborative Planning & Co-Teaching
- Differentiated Instruction & RTI
- Instructional Technology Integration
- Growth Mindset & Equity-Focused Practices
Certification
Georgia Professional Certification — Early Childhood Education (P-5)
Awards
- Certificate of Honor – Leadership, Academic Growth, and Collaborative Excellence, - Dean’s List Recipient – University of Georgia – Gwinnett Campus
Timeline
2nd and 3rd Grade Teacher
McNair Discovery Learning Academy — Dekalb County School System
01.2015 - Current
Inventory Specialist / Cashier
The Home Depot
01.2006 - 01.2015
Lead Coordinator
McGraw-Hill
01.2006 - 01.2008
First Assistant Manager
Arby’s
01.2003 - 01.2006
Associate of Arts - Business Administration/Education (Honors)
Georgia Perimeter College
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education (Honors)
University of Georgia – Gwinnett College
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