Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Carol Channell

Bessemer,AL

Summary

Driven educator with a track record of fostering student success through individualized instruction and curriculum design. At Jefferson County Board of Education, enhanced cultural awareness and academic achievement by developing tailored lesson plans. Skilled in classroom management and motivating students, demonstrating exceptional organizational abilities and a commitment to educational excellence.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification

Work History

English Tutor

Catapult Learning, Holy Family Cristo Rey Catholic
02.2024 - 05.2024
  • Tutored students to develop deeper comprehension of English/Literature course materials and better understanding of assignments to improve academic success.
  • Taught students study techniques and strategies for succeeding on grammar and composition tests.

Education Specialist

Love Out Loud Counseling Center
06.2022 - 12.2023
  • Met with parents and guardians to assist in understanding and supporting educational objectives, learning expectations and behavior standards.
  • Instructed and coached students to help overcome academic issues and personal challenges.

Teacher

Jefferson County Board Of Education
01.1987 - 05.2023
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Developed and implemented classroom and homebound routines to address varying student needs.
  • Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, supervisors, principals, classroom teachers, speech, occupational,and physical therapists. Supervised paraprofessionals.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Scheduled IEP and reevaluation conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.

Tutoring Supervisor

Sylvan West Hoover Learning Center
05.2018 - 05.2022
  • Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
  • Trained and supervised new center employees.
  • Evaluated progress and communicated with parents and classroom teachers.

Education

Master of Arts - Mild Learning Disabilities,Early Childhood Special

University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL
06.1991

Bachelor of Science - Mild Learning Disabilities/Elementary Education

Murray State University
Murray, KY
12.1987

Skills

  • Individualized Instruction
  • Creating teaching materials
  • Motivating students
  • Curriculum design experience
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Classroom Management
  • Organizational and time management skills
  • Needs assessments
  • Individualized Learning Plans

Accomplishments

  • Trained fellow teachers on the procedures for completing Individual Education Plans.
  • Served as a County Appointed Surrogate Parent volunteer in Jefferson County from 2019 to present..

Certification

  • Class A Mild Learning Disabilities Grades P-12 License - 2/1988-6/2027
  • Class A Early Childhood Special Education Grades P-12 License - 11/1989-6/2027
  • Class B Elementary Education Grades K-6 License -8/1987-6/2027
  • Class B Specific Learning Disability Grades P-12 License 11/1989-6/2027


Timeline

English Tutor

Catapult Learning, Holy Family Cristo Rey Catholic
02.2024 - 05.2024

Education Specialist

Love Out Loud Counseling Center
06.2022 - 12.2023

Tutoring Supervisor

Sylvan West Hoover Learning Center
05.2018 - 05.2022

Teacher

Jefferson County Board Of Education
01.1987 - 05.2023

Master of Arts - Mild Learning Disabilities,Early Childhood Special

University of Alabama At Birmingham

Bachelor of Science - Mild Learning Disabilities/Elementary Education

Murray State University
  • Class A Mild Learning Disabilities Grades P-12 License - 2/1988-6/2027
  • Class A Early Childhood Special Education Grades P-12 License - 11/1989-6/2027
  • Class B Elementary Education Grades K-6 License -8/1987-6/2027
  • Class B Specific Learning Disability Grades P-12 License 11/1989-6/2027


Carol Channell