Bettye Graham
Charlotte,NC
Summary
To obtain a professional position utilizing my communication, organizational, interpersonal, and innovative expertise, particularly in the areas of teaching English, Social Studies, Literacy Facilitator Curriculum Development, Training & Staff Development, and management / supervision, grant writing and tutoring.
Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Detroit Board of Education
- Taught Social Studies and English at Mc Kinney and Mc Michael Middle Schools in Detroit, Michigan.
CEO / Executive Director
Cross Street Training & Academic Center, Inc
01.2004 - 01.2009
- Established a 501 ( c) (3) nonprofit/charitable educational community center designed to accommodate underserved and underrepresented students in grades K-14 who were skills deficient, below grade level performers, and/or at-risk of failing in school and in life
- The center served low to moderate income students in an afterschool tutorial/mentoring program, a Suspension/Expulsion program for middle and high school students, and college bound or workforce pursuant adults.
English Composition Adjunct Instructor
Post University
01.2005 - 03.2005
- Taught English composition at Post University’s Accelerated Degree Programs for working adults in pursuit of a degree.
Improved College Reading Instructor
Central Piedmont Community College
08.2002 - 10.2003
- Instructed college students, who were skills deficient in reading, writing, and critical thinking for stronger college studies and lifelong learning skills preparedness.
Literacy / Curriculum Facilitator
Guilford County Schools
10.1999 - 06.2001
- Trained and coached teachers in teaching / learning strategies-'Best Practices,' modeled lessons for teachers in classroom; designed and conducted staff development activities for grade teams and large groups; collaborated with principal on instructional leadership, developed literacy framework and practices and observed teachers for implementation; coached and gave feedback on instructional practices.
Adult Basic Education Instructor
Guilford Technical Community College
03.1994 - 09.1999
- Taught communications: reading, writing, speaking, listening, and higher level thinking skills for adult learners in preparation for college or workplace entrance.
Teacher
JTPA (Job Training Partnership Act)
01.1993 - 01.1994
- Taught At-Risk and Low-Performing students in an alternative training program.
Teacher
Northeast High School
01.1992 - 01.1993
- Taught At-Risk and Low-Performing students in an extended day program.
Owner/Director
La Bar Advertising & Marketing Agency
01.1988 - 01.1991
- Developed and wrote print for advertisers, designed and produced brochures, newsletters, booklets and training materials for business customers.
Education
BS in Social Science & English -
Barber-Scotia College
Concord, NC12.2000
M.Ed. Reading in Adult Education, Writing Across the Curriculum -
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC12.2000
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Student Engagement
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Growth Mindset
- Classroom Instruction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Student-Centered Learning
- Group and individual instruction
- Curriculum Development
Awards
- Excellence in Teaching
- Literacy/Curriculum Facilitator
- Paideia Training I & II
- Certified National Professional Development Resource Specialist
References
References upon request.
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Writing
- Traveling
- Photography
- Decorating
Certification
- TESOL Certified
- Licensed Educator - 1963 - 2009
- English & Social Studies - 1963 - 2009
- High School & College License - 1963 - 2009
- Curriculum Facilitator Training - 1999 - 2001
Timeline
English Composition Adjunct Instructor
Post University
01.2005 - 03.2005
CEO / Executive Director
Cross Street Training & Academic Center, Inc
01.2004 - 01.2009
Improved College Reading Instructor
Central Piedmont Community College
08.2002 - 10.2003
Literacy / Curriculum Facilitator
Guilford County Schools
10.1999 - 06.2001
Adult Basic Education Instructor
Guilford Technical Community College
03.1994 - 09.1999
Teacher
JTPA (Job Training Partnership Act)
01.1993 - 01.1994
Teacher
Northeast High School
01.1992 - 01.1993
Owner/Director
La Bar Advertising & Marketing Agency
01.1988 - 01.1991
Teacher
Detroit Board of Education
BS in Social Science & English -
Barber-Scotia College
M.Ed. Reading in Adult Education, Writing Across the Curriculum -
Appalachian State University
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