Brittany Brazil
Van Buren,Arkansas
Summary
Experienced educator with 10 years of teaching in the Van Buren School District, seeking to transition into a Gifted & Talented teaching role. Skilled in differentiated instruction, social-emotional learning, and fostering a growth mindset in students. Known for building strong relationships with students and families and creating inclusive, enriched classroom environments. Committed to collaborative teamwork, data-driven decision making, and supporting the academic and personal growth of advanced learners in alignment with district goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Second Grade Classroom Teacher
Van Buren School District (Tate)
08.2019 - Current
- Develop engaging lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Implement classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Mentor upcoming teachers through peer observations and feedback sessions, promoting professional growth.
- Led curriculum planning meetings, aligning educational goals with district standards and initiatives.
- Contributed to school-wide improvement efforts by collaborating with colleagues on curriculum development and best teaching practices.
- Implement data-driven instruction by regularly assessing student performance to inform instructional decisions.
- Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends, enhancing my effectiveness as a teacher.
- Develop strong parent-teacher partnerships by maintaining open communication lines and involving parents in their children''s learning process.
- Support diverse learners by differentiating instruction to meet individual needs, resulting in improved academic outcomes for all students.
- Provide warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Pre-K Lead Teacher
Van Buren School District (Tate)
07.2015 - 05.2019
- Established positive relationships with parents by engaging them in their child's education.
- Created and maintained a positive learning environment for all students.
- Encouraged creativity and independent thought among my classes through various activities.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies for difficult students who struggled with discipline issues.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Western Governors University (WGU)- Salt Lake Utah
Salt Lake City, UT07-2024
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education(P-4)
University of Arkansas Fort Smith (UAFS)
Fort Smith, AR12-2014
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Growth mindset
- Student engagement
- Collaborative learning
- Social-emotional learning
- Instructional Leadership
- Student discipline and behavior management
- Data-driven decision making
- Collaborative teamwork
- Relationship building
- Differentiated instruction
- Adaptability and flexibility
Accomplishments
- Earned "Teacher of the Year " in 2023.
- Aspiring Principals Workshop( District)
- Reached out to the community to get garden shed fully donated.
- Supervised (5) Food Corps Service Members.
- Served on Personal Policy and Calendar Committee
- Professional Learning Community work with school and district.
- Worked with foster grandparent program.
Timeline
Second Grade Classroom Teacher
Van Buren School District (Tate)
08.2019 - Current
Pre-K Lead Teacher
Van Buren School District (Tate)
07.2015 - 05.2019
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Western Governors University (WGU)- Salt Lake Utah
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education(P-4)
University of Arkansas Fort Smith (UAFS)
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