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Candace Moss

Smyrna,TN

Summary

Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher- VPK

Rutherford County Schools
08.2023 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment in person and through Dojo.
  • 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.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, using ESGI, teacher and district made assessments, and checklist.
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.

Teacher - VPK

Rutherford County Schools
08.2020 - 05.2023
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment in person and through Dojo.
  • 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.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, using ESGI, teacher and district made assessments, and checklist.
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.

VPK Teacher

Rutherford County Schools
08.2018 - 05.2020
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment in person and through Dojo.
  • 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.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, using ESGI, teacher and district made assessments, and checklist.
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.

Teacher - 2nd Grade

Rutherford County Schools
08.2014 - 05.2018
  • Developed positive relationships with parents, communicating regularly about student progress and classroom happenings.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Provided individualized support for struggling learners, fostering a growth mindset and boosting confidence in their abilities.
  • Enhanced students'' mathematical abilities through hands-on activities and real-world examples.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational best practices and improve teaching effectiveness.
  • Improved reading comprehension skills by implementing guided reading groups and literature circles.
  • Organized engaging field trips that reinforced curriculum concepts and broadened student perspectives on various topics.
  • Implemented classroom management strategies that maintained a structured yet nurturing environment conducive to learning.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on effective lesson planning, assessment strategies, and classroom management techniques.
  • Served as 2nd grade team leader for 2 years
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, enriching the overall learning experience for students.
  • Established high expectations for both academic achievement and behavior, inspiring students to reach their goals while upholding school values through the house system.
  • Created, planned, and executed a living museum project for the entire 2nd grade.
  • Planned and executed room transformations that went along with the 2nd grade curriculum to engage students in learning,
  • Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
  • Taught core subjects of math, science, ELA, and social studies.
  • Sourced supplies to fill gaps in student activities.
  • Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
  • Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels. Also met with 1st and 3rd grade teams to help understand student previous learning and prepare students for the next grade level.
  • Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
  • Coached, mentored and evaluated a student teacher.
  • Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
  • Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
  • Attended leadership meetings with administration, coaches and interventionist.
  • Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.

Teacher-kindergarten

Rutherford County Schools
08.2007 - 05.2014
  • Assisted in creating 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.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop an individualized educational plan for a vision impaired student ensuring his optimal progress.
  • Continuously assessed student performance through various methods, allowing for targeted instructional adjustments based on individual needs.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to ensure accountability and inform instructional decisions.
  • Organized engaging field trips, connecting classroom content with real-world experiences for students.
  • Increased parent involvement by effectively communicating student progress and addressing concerns in a timely manner.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and enhance teaching skills.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance for effective classroom management.
  • Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
  • Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.

Education

Master of Education in ECE - Education

Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN
08.2008

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education -

Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN
12.2006

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Lesson Planning
  • Motivating students
  • Student Engagement
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Growth Mindset
  • Collaborative learning
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Technology Integration

Additional Information

I attended the Ron Clark Academy and upon returning, I helped create and implement the first house system at Cedar Grove Elementary School.


I attended a PLC summit in St. Louis, Missouri as a team leader.


I have attended a variety of trainings and conferences: Orton-Gillingham, SDE, ESGI TeachCON, PLC Institute



Timeline

Teacher- VPK

Rutherford County Schools
08.2023 - Current

Teacher - VPK

Rutherford County Schools
08.2020 - 05.2023

VPK Teacher

Rutherford County Schools
08.2018 - 05.2020

Teacher - 2nd Grade

Rutherford County Schools
08.2014 - 05.2018

Teacher-kindergarten

Rutherford County Schools
08.2007 - 05.2014

Master of Education in ECE - Education

Middle Tennessee State University

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education -

Middle Tennessee State University

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