Carrie Overton
New York,NY
Summary
Dedicated Educator with extensive experience partnering with parents and ensuring success of students. Skilled at providing feedback on individual progress of students and discussing specific needs. Motivated Teacher, dedicated to children's educational needs and development. Well-versed in presenting comprehensive lesson plans and assessing and recording student progress. Focused and diligent professional with in-depth knowledge of teaching best practices and strong moral values. Seasoned Teacher, familiar with using a wide range of methods to deliver effective learning experiences to students. Focused on developing individual potential and cultivating learning-focused atmosphere for student success.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Muhammad University of Islam
New York, NY
09.2019 - Current
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Prepared and graded subject tests for students.
- Incorporated instructional best practices such as differentiated instruction into lesson plans.
- Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
- Scheduled tutoring sessions to help students improve grades and gain better grasp course material.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Assisted fellow teachers with assignment development, special projects, tests, administrative updates, and grading.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Hunter College of The City University of New York
New York, NY01-2000
Skills
- Group Instruction
- Classroom Instruction
- Community Involvement
- Creative Lesson Plan Development
- Curriculum Development
- Behavior Management
- Learning Assessments
- Differentiated Instruction
- Student-Centered Learning
- Technology Integration
- Lesson Planning
- Learning Strategies
- Family Involvement
- IEP Planning
- Elementary Education
- Project-Based Learning
Affiliations
- Involved in children, and family-centered community outreach activities.
- A part of faith based projects to improve the quality of life in my community.
- Love reading and enjoy opportunities to travel and share my travel experiences with my students.
- Involved in fundraising to help obtain books and other materials for children.
Accomplishments
- Received a congressional award for service to children in my community.
Certification
- New York State License to teach common branch grades 1-6
- Certificate in Early Childhood Training
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher
Muhammad University of Islam
09.2019 - Current
Master of Science - Education
Hunter College of The City University of New York
- New York State License to teach common branch grades 1-6
- Certificate in Early Childhood Training
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