Blake Braxton
Kathleen,GA
Summary
Passionate and energetic educator with six years of teaching experience and leadership skills. Highly skilled and motivated to assist all students in reaching learning goals. Works well with others and is willing to assist other teachers. Creates a warm and safe environment for students and their needs. Organized and able to manage the work load of the classroom and school needs. Hard working and eager to always put the students first and do whats best for them to create a successful learning journey.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Third Grade Teacher
Fullington Academy
08.2024 - Current
- Created and built a safe and inclusive learning environment for eighteen individual students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by implementing effective classroom management strategies and maintaining consistent expectations.
- Adjusted and regulated small groups in order to meet specific learning needs.
- Assessed student understanding regularly using various formative assessment techniques, adjusting instruction accordingly for optimal results.
- Planned lessons according to third grade standards to cover requirements.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
Teacher
Crisp County Board Of Education
08.2018 - 05.2023
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives. Served on the leadership team and assisted other teachers in serving their students and our school as a whole.
- Piloted new programs for our school and co-taught as a kindergarten teacher with a first grade teacher to reach all learners through grouping.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom. Reached all levels of students through differentiated teaching and grouping of students.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies. Implemented the Remind App in order to discuss classroom news and connect with families.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities. Supported students social emotional development by implementing a calm down center and other strategies.
- Remained active in all offered professional development in order to enhance my classroom skills and guidance.
Substitute Teacher
Crisp County Board Of Education
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Spent most of this job at the Pre-K under the supervision of Monica Warren. I also took over a maternity leave for the front office secretary.
Substitute Teacher
Fullington Academy
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and managed classroom behavior.
Education
Specialist of Education - Early Childhood Education
Georgia Southwestern State University
Americus, GA05.2021
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Georgia Southwestern State University
Americus, GA05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Georgia Southwestern State University
Americus, GA05.2018
Skills
- Intentional Small Group Instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
- Classroom Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Connecting of families to school
Accomplishments
Completion of LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling)
Completion of NeuroTeach- Brain Science Training
Georgia Southwestern College of Education- Outstanding Master Teacher Certificate
Contact
Kathleen, GA 31047
Education
Americus, GA
Timeline
Third Grade Teacher
Fullington Academy
08.2024 - Current
Teacher
Crisp County Board Of Education
08.2018 - 05.2023
Substitute Teacher
Crisp County Board Of Education
08.2016 - 05.2018
Substitute Teacher
Fullington Academy
08.2016 - 05.2017
Specialist of Education - Early Childhood Education
Georgia Southwestern State University
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Georgia Southwestern State University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Georgia Southwestern State University
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