Proactive and caring coach/teacher with 15 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Math Instructional Coach
Hamilton County School District
Chattanooga, TN
08.2019 - Current
Analyzed Woodmore Elementary School's district benchmark data and TNReady data to form plan to exit state low performing school status.
Used Tennessee Math Blueprints to identify major learning objectives in 2-5th grades.
Attended
Attended collaborative weekly meetings with other school based coaches and school administration to discuss instructional glows and grows.
Conducted team PLC meetings to evaluate grade level data from district benchmark assessment's, unit assessment's, and students' exit tickets.
Completed full and mini coaching cycles based on teacher and administration request.
Planned, co-taught, and or modeled math lessons with emphasis on experience and exploration.
Made myself available to teachers before and after school, on zoom or through text.
4th/5th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Hamilton County School District
Chattanooga, TN
08.2015 - 07.2019
Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning.
Math and Science Instructional Coach
Hamilton
Chattanooga, TN
01.2014 - 05.2015
Collaborated with teachers to implement best practices.
Created common assessments K-5 for math and science
Assisted with data review and next steps
3rd-4th Grade Teacher
Killeen ISD
Killeen, TX
07.2008 - 09.2013
Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
2nd/3rd Grade Teacher
Monroe County School District
Tellico Plains, TN
09.2006 - 05.2008
Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Tennessee Wesleyan University
Athens, TN
05.2006
Skills
Individual and Small Group Instruction
Organization and Planning Skills
Dependable and Responsible
Problem Solving Support
Positive Role Model
Adapting to Teachers Learning Style
Encouraging and Motivating Teachers
Recommending Books and Materials
Clear Instruction and Communication
Inspiring Love of Learning
Developing Individualized Lessons
Administering Diagnostic Assessments
Activity-Based Learning
Age-Appropriate Curriculum
Curriculum Review and Lesson Preparation
Math Expertise
Additional Information
Currently working on a Masters Degree in K-6 math instruction.