Fourth-year elementary educator with two years of experience in second grade and two years in kindergarten. Skilled in fostering student independence, building strong routines, and creating developmentally appropriate learning experiences. Dedicated to helping young learners take ownership of their growth while maintaining strong family partnerships.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
General Education Classroom Teacher
Benton Heights Elementary School of the Arts
08.2022 - Current
Delivered high-quality instruction aligned to standards, meeting diverse learning needs through small groups, centers, and differentiated lessons.
Used formative and summative data to guide instructional decisions, monitor student progress, and adjust teaching for mastery.
Collaborated weekly with grade-level teammates to plan lessons, analyze data, and develop common assessments.
Supported classroom management and student engagement through consistent routines, expectations, and positive reinforcement.
Served on the Shared Leadership Team, contributing to schoolwide academic initiatives and improvement goals.
Co-led a mini professional development session for staff focused on instructional strategies and effective classroom practices.
Mentored a new teacher by modeling lessons, supporting planning, and offering guidance on management, communication, and instructional strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NC
05-2022
Professional Development
Past
Orton Gillingham (2022)
CHAMPS — Safe and Civil Schools National Conference Oregon (2023)
LETRS (2022-2024)
Trauma Informed Classrooms (2024)
Upcoming
Project GLAD (Upcoming in February/March 2026)
Awards
Student Teacher of the Year — University of North Carolina at Charlotte (2022)
Teacher of the Year- Benton Heights Elementary School of the Arts (2025)
Special Education Instructional Assistant at Benton Heights Elementary SchoolSpecial Education Instructional Assistant at Benton Heights Elementary School