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Skills
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Quilting, Sunday School Teacher, Meals on Wheel Volunteer
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Barbara Crear Yelder

Montgomery,AL

Summary

Skilled Language Arts Teacher knowledgeable about building strong verbal and written communication skills in public school students. Familiar with curriculum selection, lesson planning and classroom management. Desiring to contribute 10 plus years of experience to long-term position.

Responsible Educator certified in Alabama to teach English Language Arts Skills and integrates new technologies and teaching strategies as part of leadership and classroom management. Realizes consistent improvement in test scores year after year.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

10th Grade/11th Grade Language Arts Teacher

Dallas County School System
08.2018 - 08.2019
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing innovative teaching techniques and multimedia resources.
  • Designed and implemented differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs and styles.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, promoting a more holistic understanding of language arts.
  • Evaluated student progress and adjusted instructional strategies accordingly, leading to improved performance for struggling learners.
  • Mentored new teachers in effective lesson planning, classroom management, and assessment methods, contributing to their professional growth.
  • Established positive relationships with students, parents, and fellow educators through open communication channels.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in language arts education.
  • Promoted critical thinking skills through analytical writing assignments that encouraged students to synthesize information from multiple sources.
  • Developed strong reading skills among students by implementing engaging literature circles and guided reading activities.
  • Increased student motivation by incorporating creative projects that allowed students to demonstrate content mastery in various formats.

English and Language Arts Teacher

Reeltown High School
08.2018 - 08.2019
  • Improved students'' writing skills by implementing various writing workshops and peer-review sessions.
  • Developed engaging curriculum materials for diverse learning styles, increasing overall student comprehension.
  • Boosted reading comprehension levels with targeted strategies and individualized instruction plans.
  • Collaborated with fellow educators to design interdisciplinary lesson plans that enhanced student understanding of complex concepts.
  • Mentored struggling students through personalized tutoring sessions, resulting in improved academic performance.

Troy University Supervisor

Troy University/Troy
01.2017 - 05.2017

Supervised six graduating seniors enrolled in the College of Education at Troy University to fulfill University requirements to become Certified teachers in Alabama.

Middle School English Teacher

Montgomery Public Schools
08.2002 - 08.2014
  • Improved student literacy levels by implementing targeted reading intervention strategies.
  • Developed strong relationships with students and parents, fostering a positive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create an interdisciplinary approach for cross-curricular learning experiences.
  • Assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and modifying instruction as needed.
  • Supported struggling learners through differentiated instruction and individualized support plans.
  • Enhanced critical thinking skills by challenging students to analyze complex texts and engage in reflective writing exercises.
  • Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and behavior, ensuring timely communication with parents and administration.

Instructional Systems Specialist

United States Air Force
09.1983 - 09.2000
  • Enhanced learning experiences by integrating multimedia tools and interactive elements into instructional materials.
  • Collaborated with teachers and administrators to revise curriculum, resulting in improved student outcomes.
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans, effectively increasing student retention of key concepts.
  • Designed assessment tools for measuring student progress, allowing for timely feedback and adjustments to instruction.
  • Evaluated instructional materials'' effectiveness through regular analysis of data, leading to continuous improvement efforts.
  • Facilitated professional development workshops for educators, fostering a culture of collaboration and growth.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to address diverse learning needs within the classroom setting.

Education

Master of Science - Agency Counseling

Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL
09.2002

Bachelor of Science - Language Arts Education

Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL
08.1988

Skills

  • Reading Comprehension
  • IEP familiarity
  • Student assessments
  • Quality education
  • Team Collaboration
  • Student evaluations
  • Curriculum Implementation

Certification

  • Medical Services Specialist (Nursing) - !983-2002)
  • Certified High School Teacher, Montgomery Public Schools 2002-214
  • Lab Tech 3 American Red Cross 1980-1983

Quilting, Sunday School Teacher, Meals on Wheel Volunteer

I quilt with  the  Montgomery  Counseling  on  Aging (MACOA) twice a month. We meet  to  cut fabric, batting, and backing to quilt at  home. Most of us  complete  four lap quilts  per month  to be  distributed  at Christmas to local Nursing Homes and  Charitable organizations. Also, I  attend  St. James  Baptist  Church. I  coordinate  the Christmas, Easter, and  Black History  Programs  for  the  congregation. I teach Youth Sunday School and participate and  plan the Vacation Bible School  and  assist  with other  church activities as needed. Additionally,    I  drive  for  Meals  on  Wheels another  service  of MACOA twice a month on  Thursdays to deliver  hot  meals and pet supplies  to  aging  members  of  the  Montgomery community. 

Timeline

10th Grade/11th Grade Language Arts Teacher

Dallas County School System
08.2018 - 08.2019

English and Language Arts Teacher

Reeltown High School
08.2018 - 08.2019

Troy University Supervisor

Troy University/Troy
01.2017 - 05.2017

Middle School English Teacher

Montgomery Public Schools
08.2002 - 08.2014

Instructional Systems Specialist

United States Air Force
09.1983 - 09.2000

Master of Science - Agency Counseling

Alabama State University

Bachelor of Science - Language Arts Education

Alabama State University
Barbara Crear Yelder