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Barbara Watkins

Greensboro,NC

Summary

Successful English Teacher with expertise in building engaging lesson plans and communicating ideas to foster student comprehension. Expert in adapting course materials to meet established standards and individual academic capabilities. Well-versed in motivating students to meet learning objectives.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

English Teacher

Donelson Christian Academy
08.1998 - 05.2010
  • Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
  • Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
  • Designed and facilitated group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
  • Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.

English Teacher

The First Academy
11.1990 - 10.1992
  • Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
  • Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
  • Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.

English Teacher

Colonial High School
01.1978 - 05.1982
  • Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
  • Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
  • Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education

University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL
06.1977

Skills

  • Faculty Collaboration
  • Student Support
  • Parent Communication
  • Technology Integration
  • Lesson Planning
  • Team Collaboration
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Team Teaching

Timeline

English Teacher

Donelson Christian Academy
08.1998 - 05.2010

English Teacher

The First Academy
11.1990 - 10.1992

English Teacher

Colonial High School
01.1978 - 05.1982

Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education

University of Central Florida
Barbara Watkins