Chanda Prillaman
Danville,Virginia
Summary
Highly qualified Science Teacher with 23 years of experience teaching middle. Generates student enthusiasm for learning through individual connections and motivators. Empowers students through interactive learning, offering fun and educational lessons and exciting science demonstrations.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Science Educator, 6th Grade
Fieldale Collinsville Middle School
08.2019 - Current
- Responsible for teaching/educating Earth Science Students in a broad range of scientific principles in order to prepare the students for in-depth study post middle school; manages the planning process for pre-determined curricula; serves as mentor to students and peers; supervises study sessions; coordinates and collaborates with parents and guardians during parent teacher conferences; coaches students when there are concerns with their learning progress and potential; creates a success focused learning environment; and serves as Peer Coach/Mentor for other Educators.
Science and English Teacher, 6th Grade
Fieldale-Collinsville Middle School
08.2002 - Current
- Responsible for teaching Science and English Students in the Middle School setting; prepared lesson plans, science-related activities and tests to assess the learning; collaborated with the education team to ensure student success
- Partnered with parents/guardians to keep them informed of student progress.
Physical Science Educator, 8th Grade
Martinsville Middle School
08.2015 - 06.2019
- Responsible for teaching/educating Physical Science Students in a broad range of scientific principles in order to prepare the students for in-depth study post middle school; managed the planning process for pre-determined curricula; served as mentor to students and peers; supervised study sessions; coordinated and collaborated with parents and guardians during parent teacher conferences; coached students when there were concerns with their learning progress and potential; created a success focused learning environment; and served as Team Leader/Peer Coach/Mentor for other educators.
Physical Science Educator, 8th Grade
Laurel Park Middle School
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Responsible for teaching/educating Physical Science Students in the Middle School setting; prepared lesson plans, science-related activities and tests to assess the learning; and collaborated with the education team to ensure student success.
GED Teacher
Martinsville City Schools
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Responsible for accessing the education and skill level of students; provided instruction on skills needed to pass the GED Test; worked one-on-one with students who needed additional assistance.
Science Teacher, 6th, 7th and 8th Grades
Martinsville Middle School
08.2005 - 06.2012
- Responsible for teaching/educating Science Students in the Middle School setting; implemented innovative programs to encourage learning through effective interactions; collaborated with parents and other faculty members to set realistic goals; prepared lesson plans, science-related activities and tests to assess the learning; and collaborated with the education team to ensure student success.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Radford University
Radford, VA12.1997
Associates Degree - General Studies
Patrick Henry Community College
Martinsville, VA05.1995
Skills
- Environmental awareness
- Educational leadership
- Formative Assessment
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Collaborative learning
- Data analysis
- Documentation And Reporting
- Faculty Collaboration and Support
- Group Project Coordination
- Lesson Plan Development
- Project Coordination
Professional Awards
- Teacher of the Year - Martinsville City Public Schools Division (2018)
- Teacher of the Year – Martinsville Middle School (2018)
- Coke and Compliment – Co-Worker Award (2017)
- Biomedical Team Coach Award (2014)
- Biomedical Team Coach Award (2011)
- Team Player of the Year Award (2005)
References Available
True
Professional Accomplishments
- Certified Physical Science Educator
- Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM) Professional Development (2018)
- Lead Building Mentor for New Teachers (2017/18)
- Virginia Association of Science Teachers Conferences (2011 – present)
- VDOE Standards of Learning Item Selection Committee (2009, 2010, 2016, 2017)
- Mentor Training Professional Development (2005 – 2007)
Hobbies and Interests
- Traveling
- Tutoring at Risk Children
- Spending time with family and friends
- Caring for the elderly
Additional Information
I have been a family support group coordinator for Virginia Army National Guard. Meetings were conducted and information dispersed to families. Attended state meetings to learn best practices for family support groups.
Timeline
Science Educator, 6th Grade
Fieldale Collinsville Middle School
08.2019 - Current
Physical Science Educator, 8th Grade
Martinsville Middle School
08.2015 - 06.2019
Physical Science Educator, 8th Grade
Laurel Park Middle School
08.2013 - 06.2014
GED Teacher
Martinsville City Schools
01.2012 - 01.2013
Science Teacher, 6th, 7th and 8th Grades
Martinsville Middle School
08.2005 - 06.2012
Science and English Teacher, 6th Grade
Fieldale-Collinsville Middle School
08.2002 - Current
Bachelor of Science -
Radford University
Associates Degree - General Studies
Patrick Henry Community College
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