Carolyn Simpson
Huntsville,Alabama
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities and best practices that will benefit every student and their families.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
FOURTH and FIFTH GRADE TEACHER
HAZEL GREEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2017 - Current
- Served on Essential Standards District Leadership Committee
- Served on Math and ELA Textbook District Leadership Committee
- Served as fourth and fifth grade team lead and organized collaborative planning sessions while fostering communication between team teachers.
- Prepared and utilized lesson plans and testing materials for all subjects.
- Participated in ongoing staff training sessions.
- Organized student-led conferences with parents to maximize student learning opportunities and develop future forward thinking
- Used positive reinforcement methods to redirect poor behavior.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Assessed student progress regularly, adjusted instructional strategies to meet individual needs and improve overall performance.
- Implemented a positive classroom management system, promoting a supportive learning environment conducive to academic success.
THIRD and FOURTH GRADE TEACHER
MONROVIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2003 - 07.2017
- Served on AdvancED Accreditation District Committee, Area of Focus - Standard IV
- Served as a Leader in Me Lighthouse Facilitator
- Contributed to the success of the school's vision and mission statement by leading the school in earning and achieving both The Leader in Me and Blue Ribbon School of Excellence Lighthouse Awards
- Created graphic organizers for grades K-5, which resulted in students successfully being 'accountable' by tracking the growth of their learning.
- Increased parental involvement by leading monthly Leader in Me Parent Chats.
- Created and designed data notebooks for grades K-5, which resulted in active student, teacher and parent engagement.
- Prepared and utilized lesson plans and testing materials for all subjects.
- Increased staff involvement by planning and organizing the school's first Teacher Retreat, which promoted positive relationships with teachers and administration.
- Served on the Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills (DIBELS) team
- Served as chairperson for the National Elementary Honor Society (NEHS)
- Served as chairperson for Writing Committee
- Organized student-led conferences with parents to maximize student learning opportunities and develop forward thinking for the future
- Used positive reinforcement methods to redirect poor behavior.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- 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.
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques, resulting in an organized and productive learning environment.
- Continuously improved instructional practices by participating in professional development opportunities and integrating new teaching methods into the curriculum.
- Differentiated instruction to address diverse learning needs, fostering academic growth for all students.
- Increased literacy skills among students by implementing targeted reading interventions and guided reading groups.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through consistent communication, contributing to improved student outcomes.
- Provided individualized support to struggling students, improving their overall academic performance.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
THIRD GRADE TEACHER
RIVERTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
01.2001 - 06.2003
- Instructed a diverse group of student population; nonverbal autistic students.
- Organized and created learning centers for each child's learning style.
- Enhance students' communication, using the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) to communicate with nonverbal students.
- Created and utilized a reading incentive program, 'I Bet You Can't Read Just One,' collaborated with Frito Lay to donate bag of chips for each book read.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, resulting in a more cohesive instructional approach across grade level teams.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Education
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION - Educational Leadership
Samford University
Birmingham, AL12.2014
EDUCATIONAL SPECIALIST - Elementary Education
Alabama A & M University
Normal, AL12.2011
MASTER OF EDUCATION - Elementary Education
Alabama A & M University
Normal, AL12.2002
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Elementary Education
Alabama A & M University
Normal, AL12.2001
Skills
- ARI Trained
- STI Trained
- Lee vs Macon Awareness
- AMSTI Trained
- Classroom Management
- Organizational Skills
- Positive Behavior Techniques
- Behavior Management
- Goal Setting
Certification
- Class B, Elementary Education (75A), 2025-01-01
- Class A, Elementary Education (76A), 2025-01-01
- Class AA, Elementary Education (77A), 2025-01-01
- Class A, Instructional Leadership (210), 2025-01-01
Affiliations
- ExCEL 21 - Graduate
- Emerging Leaders - Graduate
- Connect Leadership Huntsville/Madison County Leadership 3 - Graduate
- Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools (CLAS) - Member
- Aspiring School Leaders Academy - Graduate
Recognitions Awards
- Above & Beyond Award 2014-2015
- Above & Beyond Award 2012-2013
- Teacher of the Year 2011-2012
Volunteer Work
- American Cancer Society
- Panoply Arts Festival-Program of the Arts Council, Inc.
- American Red Cross
- Tutoring Program with North Alabama Community Center
- Distinguished Young Women of Alabama
- Manna House, Operation Nehemiah
- Habitat for Humanity
- Boys and Girls Club
- Franklin Covey - The Leader in Me
Timeline
FOURTH and FIFTH GRADE TEACHER
HAZEL GREEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2017 - Current
THIRD and FOURTH GRADE TEACHER
MONROVIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2003 - 07.2017
THIRD GRADE TEACHER
RIVERTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
01.2001 - 06.2003
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION - Educational Leadership
Samford University
EDUCATIONAL SPECIALIST - Elementary Education
Alabama A & M University
MASTER OF EDUCATION - Elementary Education
Alabama A & M University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Elementary Education
Alabama A & M University
- Class B, Elementary Education (75A), 2025-01-01
- Class A, Elementary Education (76A), 2025-01-01
- Class AA, Elementary Education (77A), 2025-01-01
- Class A, Instructional Leadership (210), 2025-01-01
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