Organized and detail-oriented individual with proven ability to effectively manage and motivate student learning. Collaborates with fellow professionals to promote stimulating learning environment. Offers strong organizational and student engagement skills. Reliable and knowledgeable educator with experience developing and delivering engaging lessons. Friendly individual enjoys helping students learn new concepts and subjects. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Fulton County Schools
08.2022 - Current
Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Assigned, explained and graded homework.
Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
Monitored student progress and provided feedback to students, parents and school administrators.
Incorporated technology into learning to enhance student engagement and learning.
Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to accommodate varied student learning styles.
Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative approaches to teaching.
Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
Developed and implemented behavior management plans for students with challenging behavior.
Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction.
Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
Lead Preschool Teacher
Weekday Preschool
09.2014 - 06.2022
Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
Utilized books, songs and games to engage students.
Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
Planned educational opportunities based on children's interests.
Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
Submitted weekly lesson plans.
Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
Grades 3. 4. 5 Classroom Teacher
Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools
08.2000 - 04.2012
Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
Grade 5 Classroom Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools
08.1998 - 06.2000
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
Provided individualized and diversified instruction to support student comprehension and assist with navigating challenges.
Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.