Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ANNIE National Touring Teacher
On Location Education
09.2023 - Current
Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students'' learning experiences outside the traditional classroom setting.
Studio Teacher
On Location Education
06.2021 - Current
Worked on various productions:
Films: Black Adam, Nickelodeon Loud House, Father of the Bride, Lyle, Lyle Crocodile
TV shows: Stranger Things, Single Drunk Female, Disney Family Game show
Lead Teacher 2nd grade
Atlanta Public Schools
01.2021
Implement differentiated instruction to improve student achievement in a Title 1 Focus school
Collaborate weekly with teachers to analyze data and implement effective strategies to improve instruction
Integrate technology in daily lessons through the use of Smart Boards, tablets, iRespond, Blogs, and Document cameras.
ASM Merchandise/Visual
Pottery Barn
01.2018 - 01.2021
Responsible for leading a team to provide exceptional customer service while achieving sales goals
Effectively perform operations functions: receiving inventory, monitor inventory levels, maintaining visual standards, and back office management procedures
Strong interpersonal skills, organizational skills, independent decision-making skills, and effective problem solving skills.
5th/2nd grade Teacher
Riverside Intermediate
01.2014 - 01.2017
Education Director
Appleton Learning
01.2012 - 01.2013
Coordinated academic coaching sessions between clients and trainers
Created Professional Development workshops on Executive Function for schools, trainers and parents.
Title One Teacher
International Academy of Mableton
01.2011 - 01.2012
Planned and taught small group reading lessons with EIP students, incorporating cultural knowledge to engage learners.
Principal
Marietta Charter School
01.2007 - 01.2011
2009-2011 Distinguish Title One School Bronze Level
2009 GOSA award for Greatest Gains for students Meeting and Exceeding Standards
2008 Project CHILD School of Excellence
Directed MCS through the rigorous AdvancED accreditation process
Led improvement initiatives involving the use of data, use of technology in instruction, and assessments
Spearheaded a highly effective 'Fill Your Bucket' character program that received media attention for reducing behavior incidents and improving morale.
Assistant Principal
Kennesaw Charter School
01.2004 - 01.2007
2007 Charter School of the Year-The National Center of School Reform
2007 Imagine Schools Character Development and Academic Achievement awards
2006 Presenter for National Convention for Imagine Charter Schools on Shared Values
Coordinated and attended IEP, 504 plans, RTI meetings with teachers, counselors, and parents
Implemented Testing Calendar and training as Testing Coordinator.
Second Grade Teacher
Birney Elementary
01.1994 - 01.2001
Education
EdS. Education Leadership -
Nova Southeastern University
Ft Lauderdale
01.2006
M.Ed -
Berry College
01.2003
B.S. Elementary Education -
Kennesaw State University
01.1993
Skills
Classroom Management
Safety awareness
Educational leadership
Differentiated Instruction
Compliance understanding
Student Records Management
Positive Role Model and Mentor
Safety Protocols
Certification
Georgia T5 Teaching Certificate, 2020-2025
Georgia L6 Leadership Certificate, 2020-2025
California Elem Ed Teaching Certificate, 2022-2025
California Single Subject, English 6-12, 2022-2025
References
Melody Rohlfs, Teacher, Cobb County Schools, 678-923-1559, mnrohlfs@gmail.com
Lauryn Newman, Teacher, Atlanta Schools, 678-523-2167, laurynnewman@ymail.com
Affiliations
Studio Teacher Certificate
Timeline
ANNIE National Touring Teacher
On Location Education
09.2023 - Current
Studio Teacher
On Location Education
06.2021 - Current
Lead Teacher 2nd grade
Atlanta Public Schools
01.2021
ASM Merchandise/Visual
Pottery Barn
01.2018 - 01.2021
5th/2nd grade Teacher
Riverside Intermediate
01.2014 - 01.2017
Education Director
Appleton Learning
01.2012 - 01.2013
Title One Teacher
International Academy of Mableton
01.2011 - 01.2012
Principal
Marietta Charter School
01.2007 - 01.2011
Assistant Principal
Kennesaw Charter School
01.2004 - 01.2007
Second Grade Teacher
Birney Elementary
01.1994 - 01.2001
EdS. Education Leadership -
Nova Southeastern University
M.Ed -
Berry College
B.S. Elementary Education -
Kennesaw State University
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