Avery Cooper
Stone Mountain,GA
Summary
Skilled Language Arts Teacher knowledgeable about building strong verbal and written communication skills in diverse student populations. Familiar with curriculum selection, lesson planning and classroom management. Desiring to contribute 5 years of experience to long-term position.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
4th Grade ELA Teacher
Gwinnett County Schools
Loganville, GA
08.2018 - Current
- Improved student literacy skills by incorporating engaging, age-appropriate literature into lessons.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians to support students'' academic progress and personal growth.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units that connected ELA content with other subject areas.
- Mentored new teachers in effective instructional strategies for 4th-grade learners, promoting professional development and collaboration.
- Supported diverse learners by differentiating instruction to meet individual needs and accommodate various learning styles.
- Implemented research-based teaching practices to effectively address the unique challenges associated with teaching 4th Grade ELA.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction in Early Childhood Read
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ03.2014
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA05.2012
Skills
- Literary Analysis
- Differentiated Instruction
- Technology Integration
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- Collaborative Learning
Resume
Dedicated and student-focused teaching professional who is committed to providing a well-balanced, supportive, and engaging environment for all students., Aptitude to remain flexible, ensuring that every child's learning style and abilities are addressed., Hardworking and trusted educator who strives to collaborate with all members of the school community to meet the needs of students and promote the philosophy of the school., Possess strong people skills; sensitive to students' specialized and changing needs; proven ability to develop rapport with students, Ability to individualize instruction, based on students' interests and needs, Learning Focused Best Practices, Developing Engaging Acquisition Lessons, Activating Strategies that Hook the students, Classroom management, Developing valid and reliable assessments, Using data from assessments to adjust lessons to students needs, Bachelors of Science in Early Childhood Education, Valdosta State University, Valdosta, Georgia, 05/05/12, Masters of Curriculum and Instruction in Early Childhood Reading, Grand Canyon University (online), Phoenix, AZ, 03/14, J.L. Lomax Elementary, Valdosta, Georgia, 01/12 - Present, S.L. Mason Elementary, Valdosta, Georgia, 09/11 - 11/11, Westside Elementary, Valdosta, Georgia, 01/11 - 04/11, Moulton Branch Elementary, Valdosta, Georgia, 09/10 - 11/10, Classroom volunteer, Eighth Street Middle School, Eighth Grade, Mrs. Tonie Pritchett, Special Education Paraprofessional, Tadmore Elementary, Tia Johnson, March for Babies; Valdosta, Georgia, Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, Internet Navigation, Promethean Boards/Smartboard
Cover Letter
Dear Sir or Madam:It is with considerable interest that I enclose my resume for a position as an Elementary Education teacher. With a Bachelors of Science in Early Childhood Education, as well as hands-on student teaching experience, I am confident in my ability to be a valuable and productive member of your academic team.As you will see, the enclosed resume highlights my career accomplishments and desire to help each student meet academic success. I have had the opportunity to student teach in a second grade classroom, as well as numerous observation hours in the surrounding school districts. The goals of the instruction I provided to my second grade students included providing student centered, rigorous learning opportunities that appeal to the individual learning abilities of each student. My aptitude as an educator includes developing innovative and engaging lesson plans. I also consider one of my aptitudes to be my ability to work well with others. As an educator, it is important to have the ability to collaborate with others to guarantee student success.In summary, I am positive that I can play a meaningful role in your educational program's continued success. I look forward to speaking with you soon and thank you for your time and consideration.Sincerely,Ms. Avery Cooper
Timeline
4th Grade ELA Teacher
Gwinnett County Schools
08.2018 - Current
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction in Early Childhood Read
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Valdosta State University