Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse students in English Language Arts and mathematics from grades kindergarten through 8th. Handles students/team needs with forward-thinking strategies and strong focus on daily requirements. Superior work ethic combined with pleasant demeanor while interacting with the public and co-workers.
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Carol Atkins
Southaven
Summary
Overview
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Tate County Schools
Teacher
08.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- 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.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Desoto County Schools
Teacher
08.2018 - 07.2020
Job overview
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Greenwood Public School District
Teacher
08.2017 - 07.2018
Job overview
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
Radial Warehouse
Shift Lead
09.2016 - 05.2017
Job overview
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
- Maintained safe working environment by observing safety procedures, policies and regulations.
- Delivered superior training and leadership to teams to boost performance and help team members achieve performance targets.
Leflore County School District
Teacher
08.2015 - 07.2016
Job overview
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Education
Mississippi Valley State University Itta Bena, MS
Bachelor of Science from Elementary Education (K-8) All Subjects
University Overview
Skills
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Effectively Work with Parents
- Conflict Mediator
- Problem-Solving skills
- SMART Board Aptitude
- Positive Atmosphere Promotion
- Audio-Visual Aids
- Effective Communicator
Availability
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Quote
The ones who are crazy enough to think they can change the world, are the ones that do.
Timeline
Teacher
Tate County Schools
08.2020 - Current
Teacher
Desoto County Schools
08.2018 - 07.2020
Teacher
Greenwood Public School District
08.2017 - 07.2018
Shift Lead
Radial Warehouse
09.2016 - 05.2017
Teacher
Leflore County School District
08.2015 - 07.2016
Mississippi Valley State University
Bachelor of Science from Elementary Education (K-8) All Subjects
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