Barbara Dennis
Lexington,NC
Summary
Enthusiastic educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior. Reliable and knowledgeable educator with experience developing and delivering engaging lessons. Friendly individual enjoys helping students learn new concepts and subjects. Student-focused Substitute Teacher accomplished in managing classrooms and delivering lessons. Careful about following teachers' plans and maintaining discipline. Offers great computer skills and solid understanding of classroom technology.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Long Term 1st Grade Teacher
Thomasville City Schools
10.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
LEXCS
04.2021 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
TEACHER ASSISTANT
LEXCS
08.2008 - 06.2020
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress
- Worked with teacher and administrators to enforce school policies and procedures
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
EVENT RECEPTIONIST
PNC Arena
09.1998 - 08.2008
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information
- Answered multi-lined central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
TEACHER ASSISTANT
Wake County Public School Systems
11.2000 - 07.2008
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements
- Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials
- Provided additional mentoring based on student evaluations
- Monitored students during quizzes and tests.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice Technology
Davidson County Community College
Thomasville, NC06.2014
Skills
- Educational Opportunities
- Special Assignments
- Organization and Planning
- Compliance
- Ability to Be Flexible
- IEP Understanding
- Differentiated Instruction
- Class Engagement
- Behavior Redirection
Certification
- Criminal Justice Technology-Investigative Principles
- Criminal Justice Technology-Corrections
Timeline
Long Term 1st Grade Teacher
Thomasville City Schools
10.2023 - Current
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
LEXCS
04.2021 - Current
TEACHER ASSISTANT
LEXCS
08.2008 - 06.2020
TEACHER ASSISTANT
Wake County Public School Systems
11.2000 - 07.2008
EVENT RECEPTIONIST
PNC Arena
09.1998 - 08.2008
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice Technology
Davidson County Community College
- Criminal Justice Technology-Investigative Principles
- Criminal Justice Technology-Corrections
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