Anita Darnell
Belfast
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Marshall County Board of Education, excelling in classroom management and relationship building. Recognized for enhancing student engagement through innovative lesson planning and fostering a supportive environment. Committed to continuous professional development and collaboration, driving academic success and motivation among diverse learners.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Marshall County Board of Education
08.2014 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
- Led professional development workshops for peers on effective classroom management techniques.
Substitute Teacher
Marshall County Board of Education
09.2013 - 05.2014
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
International Comfort Products
Carrier
03.2004 - 01.2013
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Education
Master of Science - Administration And Supervision
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN05-2022
Bachelor of Science - Education
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN12-2009
Associate of Science - Education
Coulumbia State Community College
Columbia, TN05-1999
GED -
Marshall County High School
Lewisburg, TNSkills
- Excellent Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Behavior management
- Data-driven instruction
- Digital literacy
- Faculty collaboration
- SMART board aptitude
- Empathy and patience
- Lesson delivery
- Student motivation
- Data analysis
Timeline
Teacher
Marshall County Board of Education
08.2014 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Marshall County Board of Education
09.2013 - 05.2014
International Comfort Products
Carrier
03.2004 - 01.2013
Master of Science - Administration And Supervision
Middle Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Middle Tennessee State University
Associate of Science - Education
Coulumbia State Community College
GED -
Marshall County High School
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