BRENDA HIGDON
Hahira,GA
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Lowndes Middle School, enhancing student performance through innovative curriculum development and data analysis. Skilled in differentiated instruction and team collaboration, I successfully boosted Georgia Milestone Scores and fostered a supportive learning environment, demonstrating my commitment to student success and academic excellence.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Accelerated Mathematics Teacher
Lowndes Middle School
Valdosta, Georgia
01.2019 - Current
- Boosted Georgia Milestone Scores through targeted instructional strategies.
- Facilitated collaboration among team members to enhance overall performance.
- Obtained gifted endorsement, demonstrating commitment to advanced student learning.
- Conducted assessments of student learning to measure progress effectively.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans for Mathematics classes that promoted critical thinking.
- Created a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development and implementation initiatives.
- Assisted in selection, acquisition, organization, and maintenance of instructional materials.
Mathematics/Special Education
Newbern Middle School
Valdosta, Georgia
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Increased GMAS Mathematics Scores
- Leadership Team/increase morale
- Create differentiate lessons
Mathematics/Social Studies Teacher
Brooks County Middle School
Quitman, Georgia
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Increased CRCT Math & Social Studies Scores
- Increased morale among students & staff
- Implement Learning Lunch tutoring program
- Create invading lesson for math tutoring
Mathematics Teacher
Thompson Middle School
Southfield, Michigan
01.2001 - 01.2012
- Increased MEAP scores from 25% to 50% in Mathematics.
- Intensive Studies Pre-Algebra class
- International Baccalaureate Scholar Morning Mentor
- Cheer Coach: 1st Place Bahamas Cruise competition, 1st Place Hilton Head, SC, Citrus Bowl & Capital One Bowl
- All Former cheerleader successes to Varity 1st year
- Service Learning Program for Elementary /Middle School
- Volunteer additional Tutorial for needs students
- Discovery the power of live-Event learning
- Meaningful Activity to generate interest classroom
Mathematics Teacher
Brooks Middle School
Detroit, Michigan
01.1991 - 01.2001
- Increased MEAP scores in Mathematics.
- Increased students to attend magnet high schools of choice.
- Increase morale among students and staff members through activities.
- Successfully taught 8th Graders Algebra and Geometry courses.
- Implemented dress code committee.
- Facilitated year book staff.
- Assisted in developing the school improvement plan.
- Initiated the School-To-Work Program.
Mathematics, English and Social Studies Teacher
Bunche Middle School
Atlanta, Georgia
01.1989 - 01.1991
- Increased California Achievement test scores from 7% to 50%
- Assisted in the successful implementation of improvement teams
- Managed Collaborative Learning 'The Whole Language Approach'
- Developed extra-curricular activities for students.
Education
Gifted Endorsement -
RESA
Lenox, Georgia01.2013
Extended Learning -
Schoolcraft College
Livonia, Michigan01.2006
Masters of Arts - K-12 Educational Administration
Michigan State University
Lansing, Michigan01.1994
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Clark Atlanta University
Atlanta, Georgia01.1989
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Assessment design
- Differentiated instruction
- Data analysis
- Learning management systems
- Team collaboration
- Collaborative learning
Accomplishments
- Teacher of the Year, 05/31/10
- Outstanding Attendance Homeroom Awards, 05/31/00
- School-to-Work Award (Fairlane-Ford Motor Company), 05/31/00
- Metro Cheer Winter Invitational Awards, 05/31/00
- Certificate of Participation in 8th Grade Activities, 05/31/00
- Southwestern Cheer Classic- 2nd Place, 05/31/95
- Black History Program Recognition Awards, 05/31/00
- Valuable Contribution from BMS fine Arts Department, 05/31/00
- Cheerleader Coach Appreciation Awards, 05/31/00
Hobbies and Interests
- Assisting students to obtain scholarships
- Participating in various church activities
- Attend after school activities of students
- Customer services
Administrative Experience
- Administered discipline in the adjustment center
- Volunteered in performing lunchroom duties
- Initiated and enforced the dress code policy
- Attended Unit Head meetings
- Coordinated senior activities for 8th Graders
- Developed MEAP practice books for the Math department
- Volunteered in the Family Math and Science Program
- Organized various fundraisers for school
- Recruited participates for the Career Awareness Week Program
- Sponsored and initiated the school’s annual sports banquet
- Designed 8th Grade Memory Books
- Administered and coordinated cheerleading camps
- Assisted in developing the Academic Games Program
- Facilitated School-to-Work Program with Ford Motor Company and Fairlane Mall
Timeline
Accelerated Mathematics Teacher
Lowndes Middle School
01.2019 - Current
Mathematics/Special Education
Newbern Middle School
01.2015 - 01.2019
Mathematics/Social Studies Teacher
Brooks County Middle School
01.2012 - 01.2014
Mathematics Teacher
Thompson Middle School
01.2001 - 01.2012
Mathematics Teacher
Brooks Middle School
01.1991 - 01.2001
Mathematics, English and Social Studies Teacher
Bunche Middle School
01.1989 - 01.1991
Gifted Endorsement -
RESA
Extended Learning -
Schoolcraft College
Masters of Arts - K-12 Educational Administration
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Clark Atlanta University
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