Student-centered elementary educator with 28 years of experience. Energetic, ambitious, and detail-oriented educator, dedicated to being an advocate for every student’s success. Committed to creating a rigorous and inviting classroom for students as well as being a teacher leader.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
FIFTH GRADE TEACHER
Kitty Stone Elementary School
Jacksonville, AL
01.2016 - Current
Teach Common Core using McGraw-Hill Wonders, Open Court, Close Reads and Novels in Reading
A member of the Instructional Leadership Team, fifth grade lead teacher, member of the Reading and Language Curriculum Committee, Leader in Me-Empowering Learners and Achieving Goals facilitator, lead two PLC book studies; The Fundamental Five and Restorative Practices in the Classroom
Participated in multiple PLC’s for Schoology and Powerschool learning
Administered the state assessment for fifth grade; Reading scores ranked 6th in the state for the 2019-2020 school year
5th grade Virtual teacher for the 2020-2021 school year
Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate different learning styles.
Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress or behavioral issues.
Utilized technology in the classroom such as interactive whiteboards or online resources (IXL, iReady, STRIDE, and Renaissance (AR)).
Organized field trips and guest speakers to enhance classroom instruction.
FIRST GRADE TEACHER
Kitty Stone Elementary School
Jacksonville, AL
01.2015 - 01.2016
Taught Common Core with Scot Foresman in Reading and GoMath for math
Used both informal assessments and formal assessment data to guide instruction, small group intervention, guided reading and prescriptive tutoring
Worked cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula for struggling students.
Maintained accurate records of student progress throughout the year using data tracking systems such as AIMSweb or DIBELS.
FIFTH GRADE TEACHER
C.E. Hanna Elementary School
Oxford, AL
01.2011 - 01.2015
Taught Common Core using Journeys in Reading
A member of the Instructional Leadership Team, Fifth grade lead teacher in Reading, developed Project Based Learning (PBL) activities for the fifth grade, Facilitated 6+1 Writing Traits, utilized AIMSweb to benchmark and progress monitor students, PST facilitator, and member of the Continuous Improvement team, Literacy team, and hospitality team
Administered the state assessment for fifth grade.
SIXTH GRADE TEACHER
Kilby Lab School
University of North Alabama, Florence
01.2003 - 01.2011
Assistant professor at the University, Student intern supervisor (four per year), Taught Common Core in all subject areas, Elementary Education Search Committee Member, Faculty School Advisory Board Member, Presenter for “What is AMSTI and how does it affect your child?”, Presenter for “The Struggling Reader: Interventions that work”, Who’s Who Among Executives and Professionals in Teaching and Education, Who’s Who Among American Teachers, UNA Homecoming Committee Member, Textbook committee chairperson, Geography Bee coordinator, SACS Committee Chairperson for Assessment and Evaluation, and PTO Executive Board; faculty representative
Administered the state assessment for 6th grade.
Assisted in creating an engaging school culture through extracurricular activities, such as clubs or field trips.
Cultivated relationships with parents by sending regular updates about their child's performance.
Participated in professional development opportunities related to best practices for sixth grade education.
SIXTH GRADE TEACHER
L.E. Willson Elementary
Sheffield, AL
01.1995 - 01.2003
Observed and assessed student performance and kept thorough records of progress
Tutored students individually and in small groups to help them with Math and Science
Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children’s academic performance
Collaborated with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning and student engagement
Differentiated instruction according to student ability and skill level
Administered the state assessment for 6th grade.
Education
EDUCATION SPECIALIST - Elementary Education
University of North Alabama
MASTER OF ARTS - Elementary Education
University of North Alabama
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Elementary Education
University of North Alabama
Skills
Differentiated Lesson Plan Design
Student Engagement
Classroom Management
Technology Integration
Student-Centered Focus
Positive Behavioral Interventions
Knowledgeable about learning methods for elementary students
Working with students with diverse learning styles and educational needs
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
FIFTH GRADE TEACHER
Kitty Stone Elementary School
01.2016 - Current
FIRST GRADE TEACHER
Kitty Stone Elementary School
01.2015 - 01.2016
FIFTH GRADE TEACHER
C.E. Hanna Elementary School
01.2011 - 01.2015
SIXTH GRADE TEACHER
Kilby Lab School
01.2003 - 01.2011
SIXTH GRADE TEACHER
L.E. Willson Elementary
01.1995 - 01.2003
EDUCATION SPECIALIST - Elementary Education
University of North Alabama
MASTER OF ARTS - Elementary Education
University of North Alabama
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Elementary Education
University of North Alabama
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