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Christy Dixon

Albany,GA

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Turner County Board of Education, specializing in data-driven instruction and project-based learning. Enhanced student engagement through innovative lesson planning and critical thinking strategies, fostering a love for reading and collaboration among peers. Committed to maintaining a positive classroom environment and individualized support for diverse learners.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sixth Grade Language Arts Teacher

Turner County Board of Education
08.2017 - Current
  • Participated actively in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in language arts education.
  • Increased student engagement by incorporating project-based learning and group activities.
  • Implemented data-driven instruction to inform lesson planning and improve student outcomes.
  • Monitoring student progress with adequate feedback
  • Maintaining a positive classroom environment to foster student learning
  • Communicating with parents and colleagues.
  • Fostered a love for reading by introducing students to diverse literary genres and authors.
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing support and guidance in their professional development journey.
  • Promoted critical thinking skills by designing lessons that challenged students to analyze complex texts and ideas.
  • Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations and consistent routines.
  • Contributed to a positive school culture by participating in extracurricular activities and events.
  • Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Planned and supervised class projects, field trips and visits by guest speakers.

Fifth Grade Elementary School Teacher

Sumter County Board Of Education
08.2015 - 05.2017
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, fostering a comprehensive educational experience.
  • Incorporated diverse teaching methodologies, catering to various learning styles within the classroom.
  • Implemented effective classroom management strategies, maintaining a positive learning environment for all students.
  • Provided regular feedback to parents on their child''s academic progress and areas for improvement through conferences and written reports.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on educational trends and research findings.
  • Assessed student progress regularly, adapting lesson plans to meet individual needs and improve overall performance.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
  • Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
  • Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
  • Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
  • Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
  • Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
  • Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Crisp County Board of Education
01.2015 - 05.2015
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
  • Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
  • Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Middle School Education

Georgia Southwestern State University
Americus, GA
12-2014

Associate of Science - Middle School Education

Darton College
Cordele, GA
05-2010

Skills

  • Data-driven instruction
  • Project-based learning
  • Classroom management
  • Lesson planning
  • Student assessment
  • Parent communication
  • Diverse teaching methodologies
  • Critical thinking
  • Technology integration
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Collaboration with colleagues
  • Visual aids utilization
  • Grammar expertise
  • Student engagement
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Individualized support
  • Reading comprehension
  • Assessment creation
  • Writing instruction
  • Teaching strategies
  • Team collaboration
  • Lesson plan implementation

Accomplishments

  • 2018-2019- Collaborated in the Strategic Plan Process- Helped Turner County School System to define long-term direction of student learning and achievement by creating a plan to achieve their goals
  • 2018-2023- Team Leader- Communication and collaboration with co-workers, problem-solving for engaging learning, organizational and delegation skills
  • 2019-2020- Teacher of the Year
  • 2022- Attended GLISI- Georgia Leadership Institute for School Improvement

Certification

  • Writing Training - [Timeframe]

Timeline

Sixth Grade Language Arts Teacher

Turner County Board of Education
08.2017 - Current

Fifth Grade Elementary School Teacher

Sumter County Board Of Education
08.2015 - 05.2017

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Crisp County Board of Education
01.2015 - 05.2015

Bachelor of Science - Middle School Education

Georgia Southwestern State University

Associate of Science - Middle School Education

Darton College

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