Deborah Craig
Sparta,KY
Summary
Accomplished second grade teacher successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Second Grade Teacher
Gallatin County Board Of Education
07.2019 - Current
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
Third Grade Teacher
Gallatin County Board Of Education
06.2011 - 06.2019
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices, enhancing overall teaching effectiveness.
- Assessed student understanding regularly using various formative assessment techniques, adjusting instruction accordingly for optimal results.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by implementing effective classroom management strategies and maintaining consistent expectations.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, resulting in a more cohesive instructional approach across grade level teams.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
Preschool Teacher
Gallatin County Board Of Educaton
01.2002 - 06.2011
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Maintained accurate records of each child''s progress throughout the year using various documentation methods such as portfolios or tracking sheets.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
Education
Master of Arts - Teacher Leader
University of The Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY05.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Midway College
Midway, KY12.2009
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Development
Morehead State University
Morehead, KY12.1995
Skills
- Curriculum Implementation
- Team Collaboration
- Problem-solving skills
- Lesson Plan Development
- Classroom Management
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Collaborative Teamwork
Timeline
Second Grade Teacher
Gallatin County Board Of Education
07.2019 - Current
Third Grade Teacher
Gallatin County Board Of Education
06.2011 - 06.2019
Preschool Teacher
Gallatin County Board Of Educaton
01.2002 - 06.2011
Master of Arts - Teacher Leader
University of The Cumberlands
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Midway College
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Development
Morehead State University
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