Dynamic and dedicated Elementary School Teacher with a proven track record at Monroe County Board of Education, specializing in literacy development and innovative teaching strategies. Committed to fostering self-esteem and critical thinking in students while utilizing online learning platforms to enhance engagement and academic success. Passionate about creating inclusive and supportive learning environments.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Monroe County Board Of Education
08.2000 - 05.2022
Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
Elementary School Teacher
Episcopal Collegiate School
08.1999 - 05.2000
Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
Elementary School Teacher
Pulaski County Special School District
08.1997 - 05.1999
Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
Elementary School Teacher
Nassau County Board of Education
08.1995 - 05.1997
Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
Elementary School Teacher
Ware County Board of Education
08.1985 - 05.1990
Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
Education
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA
03-1989
Skills
Online learning platforms
Subject matter expertise
Teaching strategies
Literacy development
Accomplishments
Commended for exceptional teaching and support to students.
Collaborated with team of eight teachers in the development of Improving Math Facts Fluency in Grades Kindergarten through Fifth Grades
Taught 50 ESOL students in first grade over ten years and improved their reading and math skills to be successful students and graduate from high school.
Director of Human Resources/Federal Programs at Monroe County Board Of EducationDirector of Human Resources/Federal Programs at Monroe County Board Of Education