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Carolyn D. Steel

Gretna,Louisiana

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Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

Middle School ELA/Social Studies TeacherCustomer Service and JAG TeacherCustomer Service TeacherBusiness Education Teacher

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: Gretna, Louisiana, US
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$60000/yr - $200000/yr

Important To Me

Work-life balanceHealthcare benefits

Summary

Mature-minded teacher with over 31 years of experience in teaching business, math, science, social studies, and ELA.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Middle School ELA/Social Studies Teacher

Fredrick Douglass Community School/Jefferson Parish
Gretna, LA
08.2025 - Current
  • Developed engaging lesson plans that aligned with state standards and student interests.
  • Implemented diverse instructional strategies to accommodate various learning styles.
  • Fostered a culturally responsive classroom environment to promote inclusivity and respect.
  • Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.

Job Opportunity Specialist

New Orleans Family Justice Center
New Orleans, LA
12.2024 - 07.2025
  • Developed and implemented individualized employment plans for clients to enhance job readiness.
  • Monitored client progress and adjusted strategies to ensure successful employment outcomes.
  • Led outreach initiatives to raise awareness of services offered at the New Orleans Family Justice Center.
  • Provided one-on-one career counseling sessions, guiding clients towards successful employment outcomes.

Customer Service and JAG Teacher

JCFA
Harvey, LA
07.2022 - 07.2024
  • Was a successful Customer Service and JAG (Jobs for America’s Graduates) teacher.
  • Accomplished 6 out 6 in JAG which made me one of the top JAG teachers in the state.

Customer Service Teacher

NOMMA
New Orleans, LA
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Taught Customer Service—Had a successful 90% passage rate.

Financial Planning, Math Essentials and Marketing Teacher

East St John High School
Reserve, LA
08.2019 - 05.2021
  • Financial Planning, Math Essentials and Marketing teacher

Middle School Math, Science, & Spelling Teacher

Elmwood Park Academy
08.2018 - 05.2019
  • Modeled core values of the school on a daily basis in interactions with students, families, administration, and fellow teachers.
  • Instructed 4th through 8th grade students of all skill levels in the principals of mathematics, science, and spelling.
  • Contributed to positive academic and social tone of school by demonstrating professionalism and enthusiasm for academic community.

Permanent Substitute

St. Rosalie School
11.2017 - 05.2018
  • Long-term sub in 4th and 5th grade socials studies and math.
  • All grade levels sub from babies at Hawks Haven to 7th grade.
  • Implemented prepared lesson plans in established classrooms.
  • Maintained safe and orderly classroom
  • Proctored quizzes, tests, and standardized examinations.
  • Completed documentation of attendance, grades, and other required details.

Middle School Teacher

Muslim Academy
08.2015 - 11.2017
  • Taught 5th through 7th grade math, language arts, reading, and social studies.
  • Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate students’ progress.
  • Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support the needs of all students.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on the entire group.

Personal tutor

03.2013 - 01.2016
  • Taught students common core math and helped students complete and understand their classwork and homework.
  • Prepared students for standardized and weekly assessment.

Business Education Teacher/Business Department Head

JPPSS
01.1988 - 08.2012
  • Taught JAG (Jobs for America’s Graduates) which included soft-business skills, remedial Math and Language Arts, and Data Processing.
  • Instructed all Business Subjects, Pre-Algebra, English I, Earth Science, Special Education and Biology classes at West Jefferson High School and John Ehret High School
  • Responsible for the upkeep of computers and copy machines, ordered supplies, fixed broken computers, and attended all school and parish meetings.
  • Created lessons and activities for at-risk students in the computer lab at Westbank Community School

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Education

Our Lady of Holy Cross College
New Orleans, LA

Business

Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA

Skills

  • Life-time state certified in 6-12 Business Education
  • Self-motivated
  • Microsoft Office Certified
  • Proficient in customer relations
  • Flexible and quick learner
  • Service-oriented team player
  • Skilled in Microsoft Teams, Google Classroom, & Zoom applications
  • Event Planner

Accomplishments

  • Successfully wrote a grant and opened in the first credit union in a high school in Jefferson Parish at John Ehret High School.
  • Planned and participated in many National Academy Foundation activities and conventions in New Orleans, Anaheim, CA, New York City, New York, and West Palm Beach, FL.
  • Observed and evaluated other teachers in various New Orleans schools for SACS.
  • Completed certification in customer service, Microsoft C++, and Microenterprise
  • Wrote grants for materials in my classroom and for field trips.
  • Sponsored various clubs and organizations on school campuses including FBLA, Cheerleading, and Junior Class.
  • Member of the Textbook Adoption Team for Jefferson Parish.
  • Founding member of Athlos Academy of Jefferson Parish
  • Planned for Blenk/Immaculata/Shaw 5-year reunion for 35 years.

Certification

Louisiana Lifetime Certificate B075737

Timeline

Middle School ELA/Social Studies Teacher

Fredrick Douglass Community School/Jefferson Parish
08.2025 - Current

Job Opportunity Specialist

New Orleans Family Justice Center
12.2024 - 07.2025

Customer Service and JAG Teacher

JCFA
07.2022 - 07.2024

Customer Service Teacher

NOMMA
08.2021 - 05.2022

Financial Planning, Math Essentials and Marketing Teacher

East St John High School
08.2019 - 05.2021

Middle School Math, Science, & Spelling Teacher

Elmwood Park Academy
08.2018 - 05.2019

Permanent Substitute

St. Rosalie School
11.2017 - 05.2018

Middle School Teacher

Muslim Academy
08.2015 - 11.2017

Personal tutor

03.2013 - 01.2016

Business Education Teacher/Business Department Head

JPPSS
01.1988 - 08.2012

Business

Louisiana State University

Bachelor of Science - Business Education

Our Lady of Holy Cross College

Achievements

Twice received National recognition for having one of the best JAG programs in Louisiana.

One of two teachers picked from Louisiana to plan a National Academy Foundation Convention in New Orleans.  Traveled 3 times to New York.

Wrote the grant for the first credit union in a high school (John Ehret) in Jefferson Parish and the second in the State of Louisiana.

Was send to represent Jefferson Parish at conventions in San Diego, Louisville, New York, Atlanta, and Orlando.

Founding member of the Athlos of Jefferson Parish Charter School.

Planned reunions for Archbishop Shaw, Archbishop Blenk, and Immaculata for their 5-30 year reunions.

Member of the Business Textbook Adoption team from 1990 to 2012.

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