Innovative educator in middle school teaching, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in curriculum development, classroom management, and student engagement techniques. Excel in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to foster educational environments where students thrive.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Middle School English Teacher
Jasper County School District
Hardeeville, SC
07.2021 - Current
Customized innovative methods and materials to produce effective learning experiences.
Established and enforced clear class objectives and requirements to promote consistent education for students.
Assessed student classroom performance to report on progress.
Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Promoted safe and clean classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group needs.
Middle School English Teacher
Florence County School District 3
Lake City, SC
01.2015 - 05.2021
Prepared weekly quizzes and tests to measure student comprehension of course material.
Handled disciplinary problems with calm and poise and reported escalating issues to principal.
Established and enforced clear class objectives and requirements to promote consistent education for students.
Devised lesson plans aligned with curriculum and met varying student needs.
Assessed and improved reading comprehension for students through attentive instruction.
Created a safe learning environment by establishing classroom rules and expectations.
Middle School English Teacher
Lake City College Preparatory Academy
Lake City, SC
08.2010 - 12.2014
Instructed students on how to fully express ideas.
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to academia and school environment.
Engaged with parents through community outreach programs designed to promote literacy skills among young children.
Managed classrooms efficiently to cultivate love of learning and disciplinary focus.
Attended variety of professional development workshops centered on learning goals, classroom management, student motivation and engaging learning activities.
Adjunct English Instructor
Williamsburg Technical College
Kingstree, SC
08.2008 - 05.2010
Documented student assignments, attendance, and test scores in online reporting systems.
Worked with students individually to address areas of concern.
Evaluated and documented student learning and growth.
Prepared teaching materials such as and for use in classroom settings.
Kept accurate records of student grades and attendance data.
Provided individualized feedback to help improve writing skills.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05-2016
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
06-2012
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC
05-2008
Skills
Curriculum development experience
Adaptable teaching methods
Effective lesson planning
Student performance assessment
Creative writing expertise
Excellent classroom management
Social-emotional learning training
Standardized testing
Project-based learning
Language arts instruction
Arts integration
Teamwork and collaboration
Affiliations
Self-published author of two novels
Accomplishments
Teacher of the Year Nominee
Rookie Teacher of the Year
8th Grade Team Lead
Mentorship
Outstanding Achievement Award in SC Ready ELA (over 65%)
Certification
PACE CERTIFIED (Alternative Teaching Certified)
Gifted and Talented Endorsement
R2S (Read to Succeed Endorsement)
Timeline
Middle School English Teacher
Jasper County School District
07.2021 - Current
Middle School English Teacher
Florence County School District 3
01.2015 - 05.2021
Middle School English Teacher
Lake City College Preparatory Academy
08.2010 - 12.2014
Adjunct English Instructor
Williamsburg Technical College
08.2008 - 05.2010
PACE CERTIFIED (Alternative Teaching Certified)
Gifted and Talented Endorsement
R2S (Read to Succeed Endorsement)
Bachelor of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of South Carolina
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