BOBBY J. KNIGHTON
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Bobby is a native of Albany, Georgia and an alumni of Albany State University. He graduated high school at the age of 16 through his participation in the Dual Enrollment program (Move on When Ready) and continued college to earn an A.S. in Middle School Education and B.S. in Middle Grades Education. At the age of 17, he began his career in Education teaching K-5 Writing. Since then, he has interned as a 6th Grade World Studies Teacher, and is currently an 8th grade GA Studies Teacher. Mr. Knighton has a true passion for inspiring the future of our society. He really has a way of creating a warm, welcoming, vibrant learning environment where students can learn and grow in harmony.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
8th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Camp Creek Middle School
South Fulton, Georgia
07.2021 - Current
- Alumni Staff Member
- SGA Advisor
- PLC Director of Instruction
- 8th Grade Social Studies Teacher
CEO, Founder
Knighton Network Of Intelligence, LLC
Hampton, GA
09.2020 - Current
- Knighton Network of Intelligence is a soon-to-be nonprofit organization that serves the needs of undeserved ethnic groups (African-Americans, Latinos, Native Americans, Immigrants) in America. We provide a range of services from tutoring, resume building, job search, education advisement, outreach and referrals, & several virtual workshops on self-care, positivity, and growth attitudes. It is our mission to make everyone feel like someone.
Social Studies Teacher
Cowan Road Middle School
Griffin, GA
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Became certified to teach Jan 2020.
- Continued 6th Grade World Studies for the remainder of 2019/2020 school year. (1 year total)
- Taught 8th Grade Social Studies for 2020/2021 school year.
- PBIS Committee
- Social Committee
- Grade Level Secretary
- Enrichment Program (ELA Instruction)
- Virtual Teaching
- Simultaneous Teaching
- 2x Teacher of the Month (Feb 2020, Dec 2020)
6th Grade Intern Teacher
Griffin-Spalding County School System
Griffin, GA
07.2019 - 12.2019
- Completed 6th Grade S.S. internship in lieu of Student Teaching
- Very first intern teacher at this school
- Served as Teacher of Record (6th Grade S.S.)
- Social Committee
- Enrichment Program (ELA Instruction)
Writing Lab Coordinator
Dougherty County School System
02.2018 - 05.2019
- Hired at 17 as ELA & Math para-educator
- Promoted to Writing Lab Coordinator within first week
- Very first Writing Lab Coordinator at this school
- Designed and delivered writing lessons to students in grades K-5
- Effectively collaborated with ELA teachers to guide instruction
- Event Committee Chairperson
Education
Master of Arts - Creative & Innovative Education
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA 08.2020 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Middle Grades Education
Albany State University
Albany, GA 01.2018 - 12.2019
Associate of Science - Middle School Education
Darton State College
Albany, GA 05.2016 - 12.2017
Skills
- Written & Oral Communication
- Organization
- Detail Oriented; thorough
- Proficient in Modern Technology & latest Software
- Effective leadership skills
- Building strong relationships with students and colleagues
- Works well in team and individual work environment
- Excellent Problem-Solving Skills
- Flexibility/Adaptability
- Perfectionist
- Analytical
- Community Oriented -Student-centered
- Always striving for improvement
- Certified in ELA & SS
Accomplishments
- Graduated High School at 16.
- Graduated College at 17, 19, & 22.
- Began Teaching at age 17, Feb 2018.
- Began Writing Curriclum Design: Writing to Perfection
- Traveled abroad to Ghana, W.A. at age 19, June 2019.
- 2X Teacher of the Month, Feb & Dec 2020
- Delivered Speech at State Capitol to Senate of Education Committee, Oct 2020
- Teacher of the Year Nominee Feb 2022
- Phi Theta Kappa, International Honor Society
- Currently working at alumni middle school, CCMS.
Affiliations
- Phi Theta Kappa, International Honor Society
- Albany State Marching Rams Show Band, Albany, GA
- Knighton Network of Intelligence, Hampton, GA
- See Beautiful, Inc, Atlanta, GA
- Several private institutions in Ghana, West Africa
- Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA
- Albany State University, Albany, GA
- Darton State College, Albany, GA
- Cowan Road Middle School, Griffin, GA
- Live Oak Elementary School, Albany, GA
- Monroe Comprehensive High School, Albany, GA
- 4C Academy, Albany, GA
Timeline
8th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Camp Creek Middle School
07.2021 - Current
CEO, Founder
Knighton Network Of Intelligence, LLC
09.2020 - Current
Master of Arts - Creative & Innovative Education
Georgia State University
08.2020 - 07.2022
Social Studies Teacher
Cowan Road Middle School
01.2020 - 05.2021
6th Grade Intern Teacher
Griffin-Spalding County School System
07.2019 - 12.2019
Writing Lab Coordinator
Dougherty County School System
02.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Middle Grades Education
Albany State University
01.2018 - 12.2019
Associate of Science - Middle School Education
Darton State College
05.2016 - 12.2017
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