Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Personal Qualifications
References
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Christy Pearson

Memphis,TN

Summary

Highly experienced, secondary, English teacher seeks a position within a reputable institution that utilizes my communication skills, interpersonal skills and educational experience to help students attain a strong understanding of the English language.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

English III; Creative Writing; ACT Prep

Douglass High School
08.2019 - 05.2024

Nurtured a safe and supportive classroom atmosphere where each student felt comfortable sharing their unique voice and ideas during critiques or presentations

Prepared students for college-level writing expectations by exposing them to advanced concepts while reinforcing foundational skills throughout high school coursework

Provided guidance on how to effectively edit and revise work, resulting in polished final drafts ready for submission or publication

Served as English Chairperson 2020-2021

Assisted w/Senior Class activities 2021-2024

Member of Instructional Leadership Team 2020-2022

Chairperson of DHS Pageant in cooperation w/ DHS alumnae ( promoted & produced 1st pageant in ten years) 2023

Managed student progress, providing timely feedback on assignments to promote continuous improvement in their writing skills.

RTI 2 English Enrichment; English I; Forensics

Kirby High School
01.2016 - 01.2017

Supported school-wide efforts to improve overall academic achievement by contributing expertise in RTI methodologies

Enhanced student comprehension and managed caseloads efficiently by implementing detailed records of student progress, assessments, and using strategies and interventions tailored to individual needs through the use of ACHIEVE 3000 software based on regular analysis of student assessment results and progress monitoring data

Etymology, Creative Writing, ACT Prep, English I

Kingsbury High School
01.2015 - 01.2016

Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects and classes

Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members possessing skills at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment. while operating a floating classroom

Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance by which Principal promotes to a 10th grade Honors position

English III & I

East High School
01.2010 - 01.2015

Prepared students for college-level writing expectations by exposing them to advanced concepts while reinforcing foundational skills throughout high school coursework

Managed student progress, providing timely feedback on assignments to promote continuous improvement in their writing skills

Celebrated w/ highest ELA test scores and awarded Spotlight Teacher Award

Promoted to ELA III

8th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher

Longview/Southside Middle
01.2003 - 01.2010

Wrote an interdisciplinary writing manual for the entire school to effectively engage students in the writing process for the upcoming Writing MIST test

Served as Department Chair for 8th grade class by Leading parent-teacher conferences that provided constructive feedback on student progress while fostering collaboration between home and school environments

Promoted and funded a class week, prom, and a digital yearbook at the cost of $100 per student

Supported mastery of key concepts as PLATO Director for summer enrichment "08

Mentored new teachers in effective lesson planning, classroom management, and assessment methods, contributing to their professional growth during summer months '03-'05

Celebrated w/highest ELA scores in the district "07

Celebrated on a nationally syndicated NBC Evening News broadcast '05

Anchored & led an SCS District Hazardous Drill Safety Video '06

Promoted all fundraiser activities

English II

Hamilton High School
01.1999 - 01.2003

Promoted skill development in reading, writing, speaking, and listening through various instructional methods tailored to individual needs

Adapted lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles and abilities within the classroom setting for optimal comprehension of material covered for Freshman and Honors Sophomore students

Selected and prepared educational resources, taking account of students' interests and cultural backgrounds as a weekend/summer instructor in Upward Learning Outward Bound on Lemoyne -Owen campus

Developed student comprehension by incorporating visual aids, multimedia presentations, and group activities as RIF coordinator

English I, Civics 8; Social Studies 7; Reading 8

Cypress Junior High
01.1993 - 01.1999

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written by founding the school's 1st newsletter "Timberwolves Edition"

Promoted and sponsored Cypress cheerleaders

Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment by sponsoring a book club that transitioned into a class that increased test scores

Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance. as ELA chairperson

Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members as Grade Chair utilizing the school model Expeditionary Learning Outward Bound

Education

Graduate-Teacher Certification Program 7-12 -

Lemoyne-Owen College
12.1993

B.A. English -

Lemoyne-Owen College
01.1992

Skills

  • Multi-tasker
  • Data Entry
  • WP 40WPM
  • Knowledgeable computer skills: Keynote, MS PPT, Achieve 3000, I-Ready, Clever, MS Office, I-Movie, Excel, Lotus and Internet Browsers
  • Digital Platforms: Quizzizz, Padlet, Storyboard, Khan Academy, Kahoot, Google classroom, I-Ready, BrainPop, Dictionarycom
  • AP English Literature certified 2014

Accomplishments

  • ILT '20-22
  • English Chair '20-21
  • Spotlight Teacher Award 2018
  • Class Chairperson '02-04
  • Track Coach '01-02
  • Cooperating Teacher Mentor-Fellows Initiative '03-05
  • Wrote Staff Teaching Writing Manual '02
  • Best teaching Practice MSNBC Evening News Sept. '05
  • SCS Catastrophic Hazardous Evacuation Video '06
  • Cheer Coach 96-99
  • 8th Grade Chairperson 98-99

Affiliations

  • MEA
  • Shelby County Teachers of English
  • TEA
  • MSCEA

Personal Qualifications

  • Able to supervise several tasks simultaneously
  • Articulate in giving clear directions and informative presentations
  • Able to resolve interpersonal conflicts
  • Effective task manager
  • Good rapport with co-workers and community affiliates
  • Able to work cooperatively as part of a larger unit
  • Proven leadership

References

Available upon request

Timeline

English III; Creative Writing; ACT Prep

Douglass High School
08.2019 - 05.2024

RTI 2 English Enrichment; English I; Forensics

Kirby High School
01.2016 - 01.2017

Etymology, Creative Writing, ACT Prep, English I

Kingsbury High School
01.2015 - 01.2016

English III & I

East High School
01.2010 - 01.2015

8th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher

Longview/Southside Middle
01.2003 - 01.2010

English II

Hamilton High School
01.1999 - 01.2003

English I, Civics 8; Social Studies 7; Reading 8

Cypress Junior High
01.1993 - 01.1999

Graduate-Teacher Certification Program 7-12 -

Lemoyne-Owen College

B.A. English -

Lemoyne-Owen College
Christy Pearson