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CHARLENE RICHARDSON

Summary

Dynamic education professional with a proven track record at International Baccalaureate, skilled in utilizing interactive teaching tools and remote collaboration strategies to enhance student engagement. Recognized for fostering academic growth through innovative methodologies and exceptional file organization, resulting in consistently improved educational outcomes. Aiming to further contribute expertise to a collaborative learning environment.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

IB Examiner

International Baccalaureate
01.2019 - Current
  • Mark and moderate scholarly writings of world studies and determine whether material qualifies as notable research
  • Communicates professionally and respectfully with students and all other staff members

Instructor of Academia

Imagine Learning
01.2015 - 01.2023
  • Provided Core Instruction for 52-strands of social science, including Advanced Placement Courses
  • Facilitated learning by deconstructing the abstract from the concrete elements like illustrating the emotions (abstract) of war (physical representation), debating the political atonement of just and injustice, or showing correlation versus causation in the arts of social sciences for Advanced Placement students
  • Offered direct, comprehensive support, coaching and guidance to a load of assigned students

Clinical Supervisor (Special Education)

Western Governors University
01.2017 - 12.2017
  • Provided a formative evaluation of student-teachers.
  • Provided clinical supervision and mentorship to less experienced teachers, fostering a culture of learning and growth.
  • Supported the student-teachers in their preparatory stages.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times in the facility.
  • Analyzed clinical data to identify trends, improve outcomes, and inform strategic planning.

Academic Advisor

Atlanta Public Schools
08.2006 - 06.2011
  • Advised students on course selection, pathways and career options.
  • Guided students in setting goals and achieving educational objectives.
  • Presented self-help or information sessions on subjects related to education and career planning.

Instructor of Social Science for Secondary Education

Atlanta Public Schools
01.2006 - 01.2011
  • Continued to build on pre-existing cognitive schemas of the social science courses with the application of prompts to engage metacognition or the 'thinking about thinking' processors
  • Fostered student learning through innovative and motivational teaching and coaching practices

Student-Teacher Trainer

Atlanta Public Schools
01.2009 - 06.2010
  • Prepared teaching materials and visual aids to support lesson objectives.
  • Observed educators teaching various lessons, interacting with students and managing classrooms to gain insight and understanding of duties and responsibilities.
  • Participated in professional development workshops and seminars related to education and teaching methods.
  • Collaborated with teacher to plan and achieve instructional goals and objectives.

Literacy Coach

Atlanta Public Schools
01.2006 - 06.2006
  • Implemented professional development activities to increase teacher capacity in literacy instruction.
  • Developed materials such as lesson plans or handouts intended for use by teachers when instructing students about topics relevant towards Literacy Instruction.
  • Aided students in computer laboratories and other out-of-classroom academic environments.
  • Reviewed class materials and discussed reading assignments, boosting comprehension.
  • Built student self-confidence by working through stages of study concepts and using positive reinforcement techniques.

Instructor of Early Childhood Development (SpEd)

Atlanta Public Schools
01.2002 - 01.2006
  • Led primer learners with the fundamental guides and models for acquiring knowledge, as well as being instrumental in the development of purpose and competency.
  • Prepared instruction through lesson plans to address student's assessed needs, goals and objectives.
  • Established rules for class management and discipline while implementing appropriate consequences for disruptive behavior.
  • Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Utilized multimedia technologies such as audio-visual equipment, computers or video projectors when teaching classes.
  • Provided individualized support for struggling learners and participated in continuous learning on diversity, inclusion and racial equity to reduce learning barriers.
  • Participated actively in faculty meetings or professional development sessions within the school district.
  • Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.

Instructional Leader for Pre-K

Atlanta Public Schools
08.2004 - 06.2005
  • Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
  • Met with department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
  • Collaborated with parents and community members to build relationships and foster a positive learning environment.
  • Developed criteria for selecting appropriate instructional resources that meet current educational standards.

Special Education Teacher/Liaison

Carroll County Schools
08.1999 - 06.2001
  • Developed Individual Education Plans tailored to the specific requirements of each student. Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
  • Developed individual educational plans designed to promote educational, physical and social development.
  • Met regularly with parents and carers to review their child's progress, offering advice and guidance when necessary.
  • Provided support to teachers, staff and students with special educational needs.Collaborated with other educational personnel to provide inclusive activities or programs for children with disabilities.

Adult Basic Education Team Leader

Montgomery Board of Education & Holmes Community College
10.1997 - 05.1998

Education

Bachelor of Applied Science Candidate -

GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY
GA
12.2017

Specialist of Secondary Education Candidate -

MISSISSIPPI STATE UNIVERSITY
MS
05.2003

Master of Educa=on -

UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI
MS
12.1999

Bachelor of Public Admin. -

UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI
MS
12.1992

Skills

  • Skilled in Microsoft Word Applications
  • File Organization Expertise
  • Proficient in academic search engines like ERIC, Google Scholar, Wolfram Alpha, and Lexis Web
  • Interactive teaching tools, like Blackboard
  • Remote Collaboration Skills

Supportiveexperiences

  • Atlanta Public Schools, Academic Advisor, 08/01/06, 06/01/11, Student-Teacher Trainer, 09/01/09, 06/01/20, Literacy Coach, 01/01/06, 06/01/06, Instructional Leader for Pre-K, 08/01/04, 06/01/05
  • Carroll County Schools, Special Education Liaison, 08/01/99, 06/01/01
  • Montgomery Board of Education & Holmes Community College, Adult Basic Education Team Leader, 10/01/97, 05/01/98

Leadership Experience

Clinical Supervisor, Special Education, 2017, Western Governors University, Provided a formative evaluation of student teachers. Supported client in their preparatory stages.

Timeline

IB Examiner

International Baccalaureate
01.2019 - Current

Clinical Supervisor (Special Education)

Western Governors University
01.2017 - 12.2017

Instructor of Academia

Imagine Learning
01.2015 - 01.2023

Student-Teacher Trainer

Atlanta Public Schools
01.2009 - 06.2010

Academic Advisor

Atlanta Public Schools
08.2006 - 06.2011

Instructor of Social Science for Secondary Education

Atlanta Public Schools
01.2006 - 01.2011

Literacy Coach

Atlanta Public Schools
01.2006 - 06.2006

Instructional Leader for Pre-K

Atlanta Public Schools
08.2004 - 06.2005

Instructor of Early Childhood Development (SpEd)

Atlanta Public Schools
01.2002 - 01.2006

Special Education Teacher/Liaison

Carroll County Schools
08.1999 - 06.2001

Adult Basic Education Team Leader

Montgomery Board of Education & Holmes Community College
10.1997 - 05.1998

Bachelor of Applied Science Candidate -

GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY

Specialist of Secondary Education Candidate -

MISSISSIPPI STATE UNIVERSITY

Master of Educa=on -

UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI

Bachelor of Public Admin. -

UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI
CHARLENE RICHARDSON