April Justice
Iron Station,NC
Summary
Current teacher's aide for Lincoln County Schools and former homeschool teacher with over 20 years of hands-on experience planning and preparing daily and weekly lesson plans for children of various age groups. Commended for implementing wide range of learning materials to appeal to student interests and maximize participation and learning potential. Well-versed in developing creative, fun activities to enhance and deepen learning experience and assessing student progress on ongoing basis.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
MTSS Teaching Assistant for ELMS & NLMS
Lincoln County Schools
Lincolnton, NC
08.2022 - Current
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
- Registered student progress and attendance on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
Customer Service Manager
Tri-State Precision Logistics
Lincolnton, NC
12.2015 - 08.2022
- Created customer support strategy to increase customer retention.
- Collaborated with upper management to improve customer service processes and support structures company-wide.
- Researched and corrected regular, advanced and long-standing customer concerns to promote company loyalty.
- Resolved customer complaints while prioritizing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Retained accounts by addressing potential cancellations and offering catered solutions to maintain account status.
Homeschool Teacher
Life House Academy
Iron Station, NC
08.2000 - 06.2019
- Graded homework, quizzes, classwork and exams to report on progress of student achievements.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Led groups of students on field trips to enriching destinations, introducing to new experiences and broadening education.
- Attended textbooks fairs and homeschool meetings to understand different approaches to subject matter.
- Organized hands-on instructional activities to supplement textbook instruction to engage and motivate students.
- Led and coordinated educational activities to develop students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Assembled student portfolios and transcripts for students.
Teaching Mentor
Paideia Fellowship
Huntersville, NC
07.2017 - 05.2018
- Taught classes in History, Literature, Writing, and Rhetoric to 5th and 6th grade students.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Implemented and encouraged debate-style classroom environment to increase student engagement and promote critical thinking.
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites and other educational materials.
- Worked with [Type] customers to understand needs and provide excellent service
Education
Associate of Arts -
Lenoir Community College
Kinston, NC 01.2021 - 05.2023
Skills
- Experiential learning
- Group and individual instruction
- Student engagement
- Classroom management
- Flexible and Adaptable
Additional Information
In addition to teaching I've also had the privilege of working with teens in the local church setting. My husband was in vocational ministry for over 20 years. Most of that time was spent leading and caring for middle and high school students. We worked together to provide life skills and hope to teens. Prior to working in student ministry, I taught K-4 for two years and was the nursery director at my home church.
Timeline
MTSS Teaching Assistant for ELMS & NLMS
Lincoln County Schools
08.2022 - Current
Associate of Arts -
Lenoir Community College
01.2021 - 05.2023
Teaching Mentor
Paideia Fellowship
07.2017 - 05.2018
Customer Service Manager
Tri-State Precision Logistics
12.2015 - 08.2022
Homeschool Teacher
Life House Academy
08.2000 - 06.2019
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