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Brenda Blevins

Bristol,VA

Summary

Caring Teacher with strong communication skills and drive to excite students about learning. Specializing in creating stimulating environments that help students achieve full potential and enjoy learning. Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Digital Personal Shopper

Walmart
Bristol, VA
11.2023 - Current
  • Maintained a high level of customer service while ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Suggested comparable products to replace out-of-stock items.
  • Greeted customers and answered product or service questions.
  • Assisted teammates with daily tasks during peak periods.
  • Scanned items when pulling from shelves to update system stock information.
  • Updated item descriptions in computer system for accurate tracking of stock levels.

Teacher

Bristol Virginia Public Schools
Bristol, VA
07.2005 - 07.2023
  • Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using a variety of teaching techniques.
  • I remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
  • Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
  • Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
  • Graded student papers and assignments to track student progression.
  • Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
  • Utilized behavior management skills to foster environment conducive to student learning.
  • Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
  • Enhanced lessons with smart board technology, iPads and computers to address common core goals.
  • Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
  • Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
  • Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
  • Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
  • Designed individualized curricula for academically underachieving students.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
  • Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
  • Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
  • Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
  • Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education - Language Arts, History-Social Science

Emory And Henry College
Emory, VA
12-2002

Skills

  • Classroom Instruction
  • Student Engagement
  • Learning Strategies
  • Lesson Planning
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Creative Lesson Planning
  • Faculty Collaboration
  • Test Proctoring
  • Student Rapport
  • Interactive Teaching and Learning
  • Behavior Management
  • Motivating Students
  • Virginia Teaching Certification With Early Childhood Education Endorsement
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Classroom Management
  • Testing and Grading

Affiliations

  • I enjoy crafting and art. I collect and flip vintage items including glass and wooden decor.

Accomplishments

  • Graduated with honors for completing an honors project at Virginia Highlands Community College graduation with an associate degree.
  • Earned the 4-H All-Star award.

Certification

  • Virginia teacher certificate for both English, language arts, and History, social sciences for grades Pre-K through 12 with an expiration date of June 30, 2033.
  • CPR - First Aid

Teaching

  • I retired early in July 2023 with 18 years of teaching experience at Highlands Juvenile Detention Center. I taught multiple grade levels of language arts, reading, multiple social studies courses, and life skills. I was experiencing health problems which made doing my job difficult. I felt it was in the best interest of myself and my students to take early retirement. Since retiring on July 1, 2023, I have worked with my doctors to get my medications at the correct level and I am now feeling much better and would love to return to teaching. My medical issues are under control with proper medications and dosages. I have been working part-time at Walmart as a digital shopper with no physical limitations. However, I truly miss working with students and want to return to teaching. I miss using my creativity to help students learn and I know I can be a positive impact in student learning. I would appreciate the opportunity to return to public school teaching.

Timeline

Digital Personal Shopper

Walmart
11.2023 - Current

Teacher

Bristol Virginia Public Schools
07.2005 - 07.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Education - Language Arts, History-Social Science

Emory And Henry College

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