Beth Robinson
Teacher
Greenville,SC
Summary
Passionate Teacher with 20 plus years of experience. Detail-oriented planner with talent for developing individualized lesson plans and cultivating classroom atmospheres of positivity and progress. Committed to giving each child the foundation they need to grow and flourish as life long learners with a special love for the youngest of students.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Literacy Specialist
Lake Forest Elementary School
Greenville , SC
2015.08 - Current
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of literacy improvement action and communicated results to teachers and administrators.
- Assessed literacy needs of school by reviewing student data and current curriculum.
- Guided teachers to collect and analyze data and developed action plans in response to determined student needs.
- Provided planned objectives and instruction for struggling readers.
- Personalized instruction based on needs, interests and capabilities of individual students.
- Provided individual mentoring and special tutoring to struggling students.
- Created and implemented school wide literacy programs and activities
Four Year Kindergarten Teacher
Lake Forest Elementary School
Greenville , SC
2009.08 - 2015.06
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented district curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Identified characteristics, needs, abilities and problems of each child through personal interaction and progress reports to optimize approaches.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Reported to parents and administration about student progress.
- Created, managed and participated in variety of learning environments and activities to support opportunities for students to develop full potential and achieve learning objectives.
- Applied evidence-based practices for classroom management to enhance learning results.
- Created child-centered learning environment.
- Cultivated language skills through use of traditional poems, and nursery rhymes to help students develop comprehension, vocabulary and love of language.
2nd Grade Teacher
Mountain View Elementary School
Greenville , SC
2007.08 - 2008.06
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Director
Aldersgate Child Development Center
Greenville , SC
1999.07 - 2007.06
- Directed the weekday preschool, serving over 100 students, ages 12 months through 5 year kindergarten.
- Hired managed and worked closely with a staff of 15 teachers.
- Guided and assisted the development of the curriculum and standards for all classes.
- Acted s a constant liaison between teachers, and parents as well as preschool board and church.
- Kept an open door policy for teachers parents and students to feel welcomed and supported at all times.
Home Arts Teacher
Northwood Middle School
Taylors , SC
1987.08 - 1994.06
- Taught 7th and 8th grades in multi-level, hands-on classroom
- Developed curriculum that included Home Care, Food Preparation, Sewing and clothing repair and care as well as Personal Care and Self Respect
- The objective of this class was to give students confidence and basic skills to help them outside of school
- Served as Teacher representative with the National Junior Honor Society and PTA
Education
Masters of Education - Literacy And ESOL
Clemson University
Clemson, SC05.2013
Masters of Education - Elementary And Early Childhood Education
Converse College
Spartanburg, SC05.1987
Bachelor of Science - Consumer Science And Allied Professions
Winthrop University
Rock Hill, SC05.1984
Skills
- Instructional Techniques
- Special Projects
- Individual and Small Group Instruction
- Preschool Programs
- Adapting to student's Learning Style
- Language Skills Development
- Literacy Program Development
Certification
Certifications include:
- Early Childhood
- Elementary
- English for Speakers of Other Languages
- Literacy
- Home Economics
- Literacy Teacher and Literacy Coach Endorcements
- South Carolina Teaching Certificate expires June, 2027
Timeline
Literacy Specialist
Lake Forest Elementary School
2015.08 - Current
Four Year Kindergarten Teacher
Lake Forest Elementary School
2009.08 - 2015.06
2nd Grade Teacher
Mountain View Elementary School
2007.08 - 2008.06
Director
Aldersgate Child Development Center
1999.07 - 2007.06
Home Arts Teacher
Northwood Middle School
1987.08 - 1994.06
Masters of Education - Literacy And ESOL
Clemson University
Masters of Education - Elementary And Early Childhood Education
Converse College
Bachelor of Science - Consumer Science And Allied Professions
Winthrop University
Certifications include:
- Early Childhood
- Elementary
- English for Speakers of Other Languages
- Literacy
- Home Economics
- Literacy Teacher and Literacy Coach Endorcements
- South Carolina Teaching Certificate expires June, 2027
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