Brenda Karr
DeQuincy,LA
Summary
Accomplished Teacher from CPSB, adept in Classroom Management and fostering Student Engagement, significantly enhanced academic growth and emotional well-being. Leveraged Critical Thinking and Collaborative Learning to meet diverse needs, achieving notable improvements in student performance and classroom dynamics. Skilled in Technology Integration and Social-Emotional Learning, committed to creating inclusive, positive learning environments.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
CPSB
DeQuincy, LA
08.1987 - 05.2018
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Education
Master Of Supervision Of Teaching - Supervisor
McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA05.1996
Bachelor Of Arts For Teaching - Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA12.1987
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Student Engagement
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Growth Mindset
- Classroom Instruction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Student-Centered Learning
- Group and individual instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
- Student assessment
- Learning Strategies
- Technology Integration
- Social-Emotional Learning training
- Project-based learning
- Student needs assessment
- Performance Assessments
- Student rapport
- Cooperative Learning Experience
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Testing and grading
- Elementary Education
- Student evaluations
- Assessment Strategies
- Student Records Management
- Faculty Collaboration
- Special Needs Students
- Instructional Methods
- Inquiry-based learning
- State teaching credential
- Curriculum compliance with State
- Fundraising
- Blackboard Software
- Problem-Solving
- Positive Learning Environment
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Parent Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Positive Reinforcement
- Student Support
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Schedule Management
- Documentation And Reporting
- Co-Teaching and Co-Planning
- Classroom Technology
- Classroom Technology Implementation
- Audio-Visual Aids
- Core Curriculum and Standards
- Language Fluency
- Assignment Grading
- State Teaching Certification
Timeline
Teacher
CPSB
08.1987 - 05.2018
Master Of Supervision Of Teaching - Supervisor
McNeese State University
Bachelor Of Arts For Teaching - Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
McNeese State University