Brandi Hughes
Brooklyn,MD
Summary
Dynamic 5th Grade Teacher with a proven track record in classroom management, differentiated instruction, and fostering student engagement through innovative lesson plans.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade Teacher
AACPS
7789 Edgewood Avenue Pasadena, MD 21122
08.2003 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging math curricula aligned with state standards.
- Facilitated hands-on science experiments to enhance student understanding of complex concepts.
- Assessed student performance through formative and summative evaluations to inform instruction.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects integrating math and science learning.
- Utilized technology tools to enhance classroom learning experiences and foster student engagement.
- Provided individualized support to students, addressing diverse learning needs and promoting academic success.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices for effective classroom management and instructional strategies.
- Led professional development workshops focused on innovative teaching methodologies in math and science education.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting deeper understanding of subject matter across multiple content areas.
- Organized extracurricular events such as science fairs and math competitions to promote enthusiasm for STEM subjects within the school community.
- Assessed student progress regularly, providing timely feedback and appropriate interventions for academic growth.
- Established a positive classroom environment that fostered respect, collaboration, and a love for learning among students.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research-based teaching methods.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs and learning disabilities.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Attended teacher conferences and workshops to stay abreast of new developments in math education.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction With Emphasis On Admin
McDaniel College
MD05-2013
Skills
- Student engagement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Collaborative learning
- Science instruction
- Teaching mathematics
- Growth mindset
- Classroom management
- Team collaboration
- Lesson planning
- Activity planning
- Elementary education
- Relationship building
- Differentiated instruction
- Standardized tests
- Mathematics instruction
- Positive reinforcement
- Special education
- Time management
- Behavioral management
- Classroom technology
- Literacy instruction
- Safe, positive learning environment
- Summer school instruction
Timeline
5th Grade Teacher
AACPS
08.2003 - Current
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction With Emphasis On Admin
McDaniel College