Experienced with creating and implementing dynamic science curricula that stimulate student interest and understanding. Utilizes innovative teaching methods to cater to diverse learning styles and needs. Track record of maintaining well-managed classroom environment conducive to learning and growth. Integrated technology into lessons.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Science Teacher
Trussville City Schools
08.2012 - Current
Instruction: Biology/Human Anatomy and Physiology/Environmental Science/Earth and Space Science
Plan, prepare, teach, and record lessons giving students individual support.
Enhance classroom environment for effective learning by incorporating hands-on activities, real-world applications of scientific concepts, and delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
Establish clear expectations for behavior and academic performance; consistently enforced policies while maintaining fairness and respect toward all students.
Provide constructive feedback on assignments, helping students improve their critical thinking and problem-solving skills in science.
Develop and implement assessment tools to track student progress, identifying areas of improvement and adjusting instruction accordingly.
Design innovative science curricula to engage students and promote critical thinking.
Communicate with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
Maintain consistent communication with parents regarding student performance, collaborating on strategies to support academic success at home.
Engage in professional development workshops to remain informed about current research findings and best practices in science education.
Science Teacher
University of Alabama Online
08.2012 - 05.2016
Instruction: Biology
Designed innovative science curricula to engage students and promote critical thinking.
Planned, prepared, and taught online lesson modules, giving students individual support.
Lead class discussion through discussion board.
Conduct various virtual laboratory experiments.
Record and calculate scores per lesson requirements.
Maintain classroom management with positive online policies and procedures.
Science Teacher
Hoover City Schools
08.2011 - 05.2012
Instruction: Chemistry/Active Physical Science
Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
Enhanced classroom environment for effective learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world applications of scientific concepts.
Developed and implemented assessment tools to track student progress, identifying areas of improvement and adjusting instruction accordingly.
Provided constructive feedback on assignments, helping students improve their critical thinking and problem-solving skills in science.
Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that connected science with other subjects, fostering a well-rounded education.
Maintained consistent communication with parents regarding student performance, collaborating on strategies to support academic success at home.
Co-Sponsor for Girls Minority Achievement Council (GMAC)
Developed and executed detailed lesson plans, aligning with state curriculum standards and learning objectives.
Developed and implemented assessment tools to track student progress, identifying areas of improvement and adjusting instruction accordingly.
Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance; consistently enforced policies while maintaining fairness and respect toward all students.
Co-Coach for Science Olympiad at Pleasant Grove High School
Tutor for Alabama High School Graduation Exam remediation
Response to Intervention (RTI) Coordinator
Education
Master of Art - Education Major
University of Alabama at Birmingham
05.2008
Bachelor of Science - Biology Major, Chemistry Minor
University of Alabama at Birmingham
05.2006
Associate of Science - Biology Major
Lawson State Community College
05.2004
Skills
Faculty collaboration and support
Inquiry-based learning
Technology integration
Classroom management
Certification
National Certificate for STEM Teaching-2022
Timeline
Science Teacher
Trussville City Schools
08.2012 - Current
Science Teacher
University of Alabama Online
08.2012 - 05.2016
Science Teacher
Hoover City Schools
08.2011 - 05.2012
Science Teacher
Jefferson County Board of Education
08.2008 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Science - Biology Major, Chemistry Minor