Christy Dawson
Smiths Station,AL
Summary
Dedicated educator with 24 years of experience in elementary education a proven track record at Lee County Schools and Glenwood, excelling in differentiated instruction and classroom management. Cultivated strong relationships with students and parents, enhancing engagement through collaborative learning and innovative lesson planning. Recognized for mentoring new teachers and fostering a supportive environment that promotes student success.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Lee County Schools
10.2020 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
Teacher
Glenwood School
08.2001 - 10.2020
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
Education
Elementary Education
Troy University Phenix City Campus
Phenix City, AL05-2001
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Classroom instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaborative learning
Timeline
Teacher
Lee County Schools
10.2020 - Current
Teacher
Glenwood School
08.2001 - 10.2020
Elementary Education
Troy University Phenix City Campus
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