Celeste Butler
Homewood
Summary
Elementary educator with a Master's in Leadership and Administration, committed to advancing student achievement and fostering a collaborative school culture. Proven track record of implementing data-driven practices to enhance teacher effectiveness and create positive learning environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Rocky Ridge Elementary School
01.2025 - Current
- Designed and implemented engaging, standards-based instruction to support student growth and achievement.
- Fostered positive classroom environments that enhanced student success, collaboration, and relationship building.
- Collaborated with colleagues, families, and leadership teams to align support with school-wide goals and address student needs.
Site Supervisor for After-School Activities
Rocky Ridge Elementary School
01.2024 - Current
- Supervised after-school programs and students, ensuring safety and facilitating timely pick-up.
- Served as emergency contact for urgent situations.
Summer Literacy Camp Site Supervisor
Rocky Ridge Elementary School
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Supervised daily activities, fostering a safe and engaging learning environment.
- Coordinated staff and student event schedules, ensuring smooth operations and effective communication.
- Monitored classroom activities to ensure compliance with school policies.
- Assisted teachers with instructional materials.
- Maintained accurate records, including daily reports and timesheets.
- Planned and organized special events for students and teachers to enhance school community engagement.
Budget Committee Member
Rocky Ridge Elementary School
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Collaborated with school leadership and committee members to evaluate budget needs, ensuring effective resource allocation aligned with educational goals.
- Reviewed, discussed, and recommended financial priorities to maximize support for students, teachers, and school programs.
- Advocated for responsible spending practices during budget meetings.
- Evaluated budget requirements to align with educational objectives.
Third Grade Teacher
Rocky Ridge Elementary School
01.2018 - 01.2025
- Designed and implemented engaging, standards-based instruction, enhancing student growth and achievement.
- Fostered positive classroom environments that promoted student success, collaboration, and strong relationships.
- Collaborated with colleagues, families, and leadership teams to align efforts with school-wide goals and address student needs.
Yearbook Editor
Rocky Ridge Elementary School
01.2010 - 01.2024
- Coordinated planning and production of school yearbook, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality content.
- collaborated with staff and teachers to gather photos, design page layouts, and write captions, accurately capturing significant school events and memories
- oversaw deadlines and reviewed content for accuracy, contributing to a fun, inclusive keepsake that celebrates student experiences and highlights the school year
Professional Development Organizer
Rocky Ridge Elementary School
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Coordinated school-wide professional development day to equip staff with strategies for managing challenging classroom behaviors.
- Coordinated school events and activities for students and families.
- Developed educational materials to support classroom learning initiatives.
- Facilitated communication between teachers, parents, and community partners.
GEMS Committee Parent Session Coordinator
Rocky Ridge Elementary School
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Coordinated and scheduled speakers to engage parents on the importance of the gems program.
- Coordinated daily schedules for staff and students at the elementary school.
- Managed communication between teachers, parents, and administration effectively.
- Assisted in organizing school events and activities for community engagement.
STEAM Accreditation Committee
Rocky Ridge Elementary School
01.2019 - 05.2019
- collaborated with teachers, administrators,and staff to review curriculum, gather evidence, document achievements, and help ensure the school meets accreditation standards
- collected and organized evidence to demonstrate school compliance with accreditation standards.
- participated in the planning, evaluation, and continuous improvement efforts that promote innovation, creativity and critical thinking,
- Supported ongoing improvement efforts to enhance educational effectiveness.
Second Grade Teacher
Rocky Ridge Elementary School
01.2006 - 01.2018
- Designed and implemented engaging, standards-based instruction that enhanced student growth and achievement.
- Fostered positive classroom environments that promoted student success, collaboration, and strong relationships.
- Collaborated with colleagues, families, and leadership teams to align efforts with school-wide goals and address student needs.
Education
Master of Science - Leadership and Administration
Samford University
Birmingham, AL12-2023
Skills
- Data-driven instruction
- Instructional leadership
- School culture and climate
- Team leadership
- Community engagement
- Communication and collaboration
Leadership Experience
- Summer Literacy Camp Site Supervisor, 01/01/25, 01/01/26
- Site Supervisor for After-School Activities, 01/01/24, Present
- Professional Development Organizer, 01/01/23, 01/01/23
- Budget Committee Member, 01/01/23, 01/01/25
- GEMS Committee Parent Session Organizer
- STEAM Accreditation Committee, 01/01/19, 01/01/19
- Yearbook Editor, 01/01/10, 01/01/24
Certification
- LETRS trained, Brainspring, Nehaus, OGAP additive, OGAP multiplicative, OGAP Fractions,
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Rocky Ridge Elementary School
01.2025 - Current
Summer Literacy Camp Site Supervisor
Rocky Ridge Elementary School
01.2025 - 01.2026
Site Supervisor for After-School Activities
Rocky Ridge Elementary School
01.2024 - Current
GEMS Committee Parent Session Coordinator
Rocky Ridge Elementary School
01.2023 - 02.2023
Budget Committee Member
Rocky Ridge Elementary School
01.2023 - 01.2025
Professional Development Organizer
Rocky Ridge Elementary School
01.2023 - 12.2023
STEAM Accreditation Committee
Rocky Ridge Elementary School
01.2019 - 05.2019
Third Grade Teacher
Rocky Ridge Elementary School
01.2018 - 01.2025
Yearbook Editor
Rocky Ridge Elementary School
01.2010 - 01.2024
Second Grade Teacher
Rocky Ridge Elementary School
01.2006 - 01.2018
Master of Science - Leadership and Administration
Samford University