Bernice Potter
Shreveport,LA
Summary
Upbeat teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches.
Passionate primary school teacher for over 20 years in both rural and urban settings. Proven history of creating engaged classroom approaches that support diverse educational styles. Versatile student-oriented approach consistently supporting optimum performance and advancement.
Accomplished classroom teacher successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.
Wrote and received a South Central Bell Literacy Grant that provided a classroom size library of books that included all genres.
Was chosen by principal to fulfill role as new teacher mentor. Voted Teacher of The Year in 2016 by colleagues. Earned Perfect Attendance.
At Linwood Public Charter,I have taught second grade for 4 years. I was asked to teach first grade by my principal and I love it. This is the level that I love and I have worked tirelessly in the 5 months I have been there to move my students to the next level. At Linwood, I have received recognition for perfect attendance, and a writing shout-out from Mrs. Nelson for process writing. I also received recognition for ANET performance.
I know that I can be an asset to Linwood Charter and contribute to the growth of this school!
Overview
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Teacher
Linwood Public Charter School
Shreveport, LA
07.2016 - Current
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Liaised with other faculty and staff to monitor halls, bathrooms, playgrounds and lunchrooms.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Integrated technology into 90% of daily lesson plans.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Southern University, LSU-S, Baptist Christian Coll
Shreveport, LA 05.1989 - 05.1990
Skills
Behavioral improvements
undefinedCertification
Teaching Certificate, Grades 1-8, B, Valid for Life
Timeline
Elementary Teacher
Linwood Public Charter School
07.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Southern University, LSU-S, Baptist Christian Coll
05.1989 - 05.1990
Teaching Certificate, Grades 1-8, B, Valid for Life
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