Candace Banks
Newport News,VA
Summary
Enthusiastic Lead Teacher brings nine years of experience in early elementary education. Passionate about child development and learning. Friendly, outgoing and adaptable in approach.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher (Kindergarten)
An Achievable Dream Academy
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Served as a member of the school's leadership team, participating in strategic planning efforts aimed at continuous improvement initiatives.
- Led a team of educators in developing cohesive curricula aligned with state standards, ensuring consistency across grade levels and subject areas.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, safe places and cooperative PLC meetings.
- Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to school and district values at all times.
- Point person for Kindergarten team activities, events and field trips (2022-2024).
- Guided team members on how to include and train instructional assistants in daily activities in their classrooms.
Kindergarten Teacher
An Achievable Dream Academy
08.2019 - 06.2024
- Created a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Enhanced classroom engagement with the use of interactive whiteboards and other multimedia tools
- Introduced new software into classrooms, enhancing student comprehension and improving test scores.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Maintained detailed records of attendance, test scores and assignment grades for each student to identify trends and rectify issues.
- Met with students, parents, coaches, assistants and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Kindergarten Inclusion Teacher
Sunrise Elementary School
08.2016 - 05.2019
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse needs of all learners in the classroom.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive learning environment that promoted academic growth.
- Collaborated with colleagues, admin, coaches and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences, communicating student progress and addressing concerns collaboratively for optimal success.
Kindergarten Teacher
Shelia Daniels Christian Academy
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Teach and supervise students throughout school day in or outside of school setting, including but not limited to classroom, hallways, field trips, lunch and recess
- Administer consistent informal and formal assessments and use in conjunction with anecdotal notes to prepare instructional materials to best fit student needs and ensure positive student growth and outcomes
- Create, organize and apply curriculum to daily instruction
- Plan and implement kindergarten graduation and showcase
- Host parent-teacher and student-led conferences.
HQ Assistant (Para) - 3rd and 6th Grade
West Elementary School
10.2014 - 06.2015
- Responded to student needs and questions promptly.
- Assist teachers in areas of literacy and math
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Contributed to increased student success by providing one-on-one support for struggling learners.
- Aided students with special needs by adapting instructional materials and providing personalized guidance throughout lessons.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in non-classroom environments including arrival and dismissal.
- Implement Tier 1 PBIS via Check-in/Check-out with students
- Proctor standardized testing
- Substitute teach as needed.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
Trinity International University
Deerfield, IL06.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Pastoral and Youth
Trinity International University
Deerfield, IL01.2012
Skills
- Completed 90 credit hours of LETRS Training
- Conversant in Spanish
- Proficient in UFLI, Eureka Math, Lexia Core 5, Google Drive Suite, Canvas, Dreambox, Nearpod, SeeSaw, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, GroupWise (email system), Fellowship One (database), Constant Contact (email/advertisement system), CARS (database), and QuickBooks
- Lesson Planning and Development
- Classroom Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Student-Centered Learning
- Social-Emotional Learning training
- Trauma Informed training
References
- Tami Zorn, Reading Specialist, NNPS, Tami.Zorn@nn.k12.va.us, 757-268-1584
- Karen Campbell-Messer, RN, NNPS/Riverside, imkasey@gmail.com 540-550-5102
- Tabitha Evans, Assistant Principal, NNPS/An Achievable Dream Academy, Tabitha.Evans@nn.k12.va.us, 757-928-6827
Timeline
Lead Teacher (Kindergarten)
An Achievable Dream Academy
08.2022 - 06.2024
Kindergarten Teacher
An Achievable Dream Academy
08.2019 - 06.2024
Kindergarten Inclusion Teacher
Sunrise Elementary School
08.2016 - 05.2019
Kindergarten Teacher
Shelia Daniels Christian Academy
08.2015 - 05.2016
HQ Assistant (Para) - 3rd and 6th Grade
West Elementary School
10.2014 - 06.2015
Master of Arts - Teaching
Trinity International University
Bachelor of Arts - Pastoral and Youth
Trinity International University
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