I bring a diverse range of skills, experience, and knowledge that I've developed over the years through both my formal education and professional exoeriences
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher/Tutor
Sylvan Learning Center
01.2020 - 10.2024
50 minute individualized instruction within small groups up to 5 students
Utilized iPads to implement Sylvan Reading, Writing, and Math programs
Effectively worked with ages Pre-K to Adult along with various special learning needs
Captionist
Hamilton Relay
04.2019 - 08.2019
Trained for operation of CapTel Hearing Assist Computer/Telephone for the hearing impaired
Multitask operations of typing, verbatim repetition, and macro selections
Strong verbal, listening and organizational skills
High level of confidentiality
Daily accuracy evaluations and monthly assessments and reviews
Score Avg 96/100
Tutor
Self-Employed
12.2016 - 08.2019
Instruction of reading and spelling skills to include children with various special needs
Developmental age ranges 5 to 12
Utilized direct instruction with review, single concepts, and practice
Multisensory techniques focusing on best learning modalities using concrete examples
Followed school IEP goals
Communicated progress with child and parents daily, weekly, and monthly orally and in writing
Utilized Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Teacher
Trinity Christian Academy
08.2007 - 05.2008
Full subject instruction for 23 Kindergarten students in Warm Springs, GA
Instruction and assessments using Houghton Mifflin, Scholastic and Abeka curriculum programs
Developed and implemented lesson plans recording student progress and behavior
Excellent classroom management, presentation, communication and organizational skills
Nominated Teacher of the Year
Lead Kindergarten Teacher
Palm Bay Elementary School
10.2003 - 05.2007
Academic instruction for 22-27 Kindergarten students Title 1 School
Implemented FLKRS readiness screener and ECAD Early Cognitive and Academic Development along with curriculum based and teacher made assessments
Developed and implemented lesson plans and IEP's recording student progress using Houghton Mifflin and Scholastic curriculum and materials following Florida State Standards
Successfully represented K Department as Grade Level Chairperson conducting and attending various collaborative meetings working with team members, staff, and parents
Recognized for exceptional Accelerated Reader scores for Brevard County, FL annually
Worked effectively with diverse cultural and transient population
Teacher
Discovery Elementary School
08.1994 - 10.2003
Academic instruction for 18-25 Kindergarten and Second Grade students
Developed and implemented lesson plans and IEP's recording student progress using a variety of curriculum materials
Followed Florida State Standards developing lesson plans
Excellent classroom management, presentation, communication, and organizational skills
Represented Grade K annually on school Interviewing Committee beginning 1996
Nominated Teacher of the Year 1996 and 2002
Education
MASTER OF SCIENCE - COMMUNITY COUNSELING
COLUMBUS STATE UNIVERSITY
Columbus, GA
03.2012
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Early Childhood Education
COLUMBUS COLLEGE
Columbus, GA
09.1993
Skills
Strong verbal and written communication
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Effective at problem solving and conflict resolution
20 years working with individuals with disabilities or challenges
Multitasker with 30 years office experience
Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint
Leadership and public speaking experience
Classroom Management
Timeline
Teacher/Tutor
Sylvan Learning Center
01.2020 - 10.2024
Captionist
Hamilton Relay
04.2019 - 08.2019
Tutor
Self-Employed
12.2016 - 08.2019
Teacher
Trinity Christian Academy
08.2007 - 05.2008
Lead Kindergarten Teacher
Palm Bay Elementary School
10.2003 - 05.2007
Teacher
Discovery Elementary School
08.1994 - 10.2003
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Early Childhood Education
COLUMBUS COLLEGE
MASTER OF SCIENCE - COMMUNITY COUNSELING
COLUMBUS STATE UNIVERSITY
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