Experienced educator skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and integrating technology into lessons. Proven ability to engage students through hands-on activities and foster collaboration with parents to support individual learning needs.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Second Grade Teacher
Norfolk Public Schools
Norfolk, Virginia
08.2019 - Current
Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
Facilitated hands-on activities to enhance student learning and participation.
Integrated technology into lessons to support diverse learning styles.
Organized classroom resources and materials for effective learning environments.
Administered tests and assessed results to evaluate student understanding of material.
Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
Kindergarten Teacher
Portsmouth Public Schools
Portsmouth, Virginia
08.2005 - 09.2018
Designed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
Collaborated with parents to address student needs and progress.
Facilitated interactive activities promoting social and emotional development.
Created and maintained safe learning environment for students.
Planned and implemented engaging lessons to meet the individual needs of each student.
Pre-K Teacher
Richmond Public Schools
Richmond, VA
08.2000 - 12.2004
Facilitated daily classroom activities to promote social and emotional development.
Organized educational field trips to enhance experiential learning opportunities.
Developed assessment tools to track student growth and learning outcomes.
Created a positive, nurturing classroom environment that encourages children's exploration and curiosity.
Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods with children.
Pre-K Teacher
Prince George County Public Schools
Landover, Maryland
08.1998 - 06.2000
Designed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles and developmental levels.
Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order in the classroom.
Participated in professional development activities to stay abreast of current trends in early childhood education.
Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
Administered and documented results of student assessments.