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Brittany Pounders

Meridian,MS

Summary

Teacher passionate about helping children complete tasks and learn new concepts and skills. Skilled at evaluating student progression and adapting lesson plans to facilitate learning and growth. Caring and compassionate with students from diverse backgrounds and with different learning styles. Motivated Teacher dedicated to children's educational needs and development. Well-versed in presenting comprehensive lesson plans and assessing and recording student progress. Focused and diligent professional with in-depth knowledge of teaching best practices and strong moral values.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Lauderdale County Schools
Meridian, MS
08.2023 - Current
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
  • Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
  • Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
  • Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
  • Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
  • Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
  • Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
  • Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
  • Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
  • Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.

Teacher Assistant

Northeast Childcare Center
Meridian, MS
10.2018 - 06.2023
  • Work with teachers to design developmentally appropriate lesson plans and coordinate activities for students.
  • Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
  • Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension and personal growth.
  • Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.
  • Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
  • Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress.
  • Researched and presented new learning tools and methods for classroom application.

Daycare Caregiver

Russell Christian Academy
Russell, MS
05.2016 - 10.2018


  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands and share by leading by example.


Assistant Softball Coach

Southeast Lauderdale
Meridian, MS
06.2014 - 07.2015
  • Supported head coach by scheduling and organizing away games and special events.
  • Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
  • Developed game plans and adjusted to meet various game situations.
  • Coached players on successful batting, pitching and catching techniques.
  • Helped players develop skills such as discipline and observation to further enhance team success.

Education

Elementary Education

Mississippi State University
07.2023

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

East Central Community College
05.2012

High School Diploma -

Southeast Lauderdale High School
05.2010

Skills

  • Electronic Communication
  • Instructional Materials Creation
  • Student Motivation and Engagement
  • First Aid/ CPR
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Lesson Planning
  • Co-Teaching and Co-Planning
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Student Engagement
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Creative lesson planning
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Elementary Education

Timeline

Teacher

Lauderdale County Schools
08.2023 - Current

Teacher Assistant

Northeast Childcare Center
10.2018 - 06.2023

Daycare Caregiver

Russell Christian Academy
05.2016 - 10.2018

Assistant Softball Coach

Southeast Lauderdale
06.2014 - 07.2015

Elementary Education

Mississippi State University

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

East Central Community College

High School Diploma -

Southeast Lauderdale High School

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