Brandi Nabors
Hokes bluff,AL
Summary
Upbeat educator devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Understands and implements new technologies and teaching strategies. Excellent at working with different learning styles.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Etowah County Board Of Education
08.2012 - Current
- Planned lessons according to district and state standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- 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.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, reading, and history.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Third Grade Teacher
Gadsden City Board of Education
08.2010 - 05.2012
- Supported lead teacher in classroom management and small‑group instruction for 25 students
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, Alabama, ALBachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, Alabama, ALMaster of Science - Elementary Education
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, Alabama, ALSkills
- Developmental assessment
- Family engagement
- Multimedia instruction
- Teaching strategies
- Professional development
- Team collaboration
- Field trip organization
- Technology integration
- Special needs support
- Lesson planning
- Organizational skills
- Classroom management
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Etowah County Board Of Education
08.2012 - Current
Third Grade Teacher
Gadsden City Board of Education
08.2010 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Jacksonville State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Jacksonville State University
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Jacksonville State University