Chante Givens
Academic Director
Shunyi,Beijing
Summary
Goal-oriented educational administrator dedicated to strengthening educational institutions and their capacity for increasing student achievement. Able to cultivate long-lasting relationships with students and staff to strengthen school success. Motivational leader with top-notch communication, organizational and strategic planning abilities.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Academic Director/Teacher
Beijing International Bilingual Academy (BIBA)
Beijing , China
2021.08 - Current
- Coordinated and supervised academic advising activities.
- Guided and supported faculty and staff in development of new programs.
- Monitored and assessed results of school-wide assessments
- Provide support and assistance to new teachers to BIBA
- Developed and implemented the Marigold Teacher Mentoring Program
- Spearheaded technology initiatives to support student learning and academic excellence.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Developed and implemented student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement.
- Assisted in development and implementation of faculty development plans.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Teacher
TEDA Global Academy
Tianjin , China
2019.08 - 2021.06
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Developed IT curriculum and implemented it for grade 3
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
Academic Vice Principal/Head of Faculty/Teacher, K-12
Abu Dhabi Education Council
Al Ain, Abu Dhabi , UAE
2012.07 - 2019.07
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Maintained records for school, district, state and federal requirements.
- Interpreted district mandates and translated into actionable policies.
- Worked with teachers to evaluate policies and enact improvements.
- Led meetings to convey policy changes, gather information, and assess employee thoughts.
- Collaborated with subject coordinators to update curriculum and identify key areas of improvement
- Established instructional practices driven by statistical performance data.
- Oversaw scheduling, orientation and other support areas.
- Planned and implemented professional development programs.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
Elementary Classroom Teacher
J.B. Fisher Elementary School
Richmond , VA
2006.08 - 2012.07
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Developed learning objectives for each subject area to quantify learning and set benchmarks.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, english, and history.
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Introduced classroom games and various outdoor recreational events to promote physical, mental and social development.
- School-wide Science curriculum coordinator
English Teacher
English Language Institute Of China (ELIC)
Beijing , China
2004.06 - 2006.06
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
Education
Educational Specialist, Ed.S. - Education Administration And Supervision
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA 2021.03 - 2022.12
Master of Education, MEd. - Education: Curriculum And Instruction
Averett University
Danville, VA 2019.08 - 2021.05
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Studies: Elementary Education K-6
Longwood University
Farmville, VA 2000.08 - 2004.05
Skills
Cultural Awareness
Accomplishments
Teacher of the Year-2011
Yale National Teacher’s Initiative (YNI) -Curriculum Writer;Ekphrastic Poetry, 2011
Published Author Yale University’s Magazine- On Common Ground- Number 14 Fall 2011
Timeline
Academic Director/Teacher
Beijing International Bilingual Academy (BIBA)
2021.08 - Current
Educational Specialist, Ed.S. - Education Administration And Supervision
Liberty University
2021.03 - 2022.12
Teacher
TEDA Global Academy
2019.08 - 2021.06
Master of Education, MEd. - Education: Curriculum And Instruction
Averett University
2019.08 - 2021.05
Academic Vice Principal/Head of Faculty/Teacher, K-12
Abu Dhabi Education Council
2012.07 - 2019.07
Elementary Classroom Teacher
J.B. Fisher Elementary School
2006.08 - 2012.07
English Teacher
English Language Institute Of China (ELIC)
2004.06 - 2006.06
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Studies: Elementary Education K-6
Longwood University
2000.08 - 2004.05
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