Carol Shown
Calera
Summary
Accomplished 25 year Elementary Teacher successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Calera Elementary School
08.2021 - Current
- Created classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to development and skill level of students.
- Collaborated with other teachers to develop cross-curricular lessons, promoting a deeper understanding of subject matter.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs.
3rd Grade Teacher
McDade ISD
08.2015 - 05.2021
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to inform lesson planning and target areas needing additional focus or intervention.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
3rd Grade Teacher
Colbert Elementary School
08.2014 - 05.2015
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies to maintain order, promote learning, and ensure safety for all students.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Sourced supplies to fill gaps in student activities.
Kindergarten and First Grade Teacher
Colbert Elementary School
08.1999 - 05.2015
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature, and handwriting.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement.
- Reported to parents and administration about student progress.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Durant, OK12.1997
Skills
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Student Engagement
- Collaborative learning
- Individualized Learning
Certification
- Elementary Education - current
Timeline
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Calera Elementary School
08.2021 - Current
3rd Grade Teacher
McDade ISD
08.2015 - 05.2021
3rd Grade Teacher
Colbert Elementary School
08.2014 - 05.2015
Kindergarten and First Grade Teacher
Colbert Elementary School
08.1999 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Education
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
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