Darla Robbins
Barren Springs,VA
Summary
Professional educator with 30 years of experience with a strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs for ALL students. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher- Kindergarten, ESL, 4th, 3rd, 2nd
Galax City Public Schools
Galax, VA
08.2004 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive learning environment through effective classroom management techniques.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance interdisciplinary teaching strategies and student engagement.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student performance and provide targeted feedback for improvement.
- Developed customized lesson plans to enhance language acquisition for diverse student populations.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate language proficiency and track individual progress over time.
- Enhanced students' language proficiency by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Assessed student progress through formal and informal evaluations, adjusting instruction as needed.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance language acquisition and retention among diverse learners.
- Implemented interactive activities to promote student participation and foster a collaborative learning environment.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify trends and adjust teaching methods accordingly for optimal results.
- Increased student confidence through regular feedback and personalized instruction.
- Established strong rapport with students, parents, and fellow educators, fostering positive relationships within the school community.
Teacher
Ontario-Montclair School District
Ontario, CA
08.1996 - 06.2004
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning experiences.
- Fostered positive classroom environments that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Utilized formative assessments to monitor student progress and adapt instructional strategies accordingly.
- Integrated technology into lessons, enhancing educational delivery and student interaction.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Radford University
Radford, VA05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University Long Beach
Long Beach05-1994
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Experience with diverse student population
- Parent-teacher communication
- Behavior management
- Classroom management
- Faculty collaboration
- Lesson planning
- Language development
- Strong work ethic and dependable
- Collaborative and Team-oriented
Timeline
Teacher- Kindergarten, ESL, 4th, 3rd, 2nd
Galax City Public Schools
08.2004 - Current
Teacher
Ontario-Montclair School District
08.1996 - 06.2004
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Radford University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University Long Beach