Diamonique Williams
Richmond,VA
Summary
Third Grade educator devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Successful in achieving positive results in standardized testing, working in a team environment and building relationship between parents, teachers, students and staff.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
3rd Grade Teacher
Harry E. James Elementary School-Hopewell City Public Schools
09.2020 - Current
- Managed and instructed a classroom of 15-20 each year in-person and virtually
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal through the implementation of innovative classroom activities
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Built positive relationships with parents, administrators and colleagues to involve families in educational process.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs.
Student Teaching
George W. Carver Elementary School-Richmond Public School
01.2018 - 09.2020
- Observed and supported classroom teacher on daily activities, tutoring, and review of student work submitted
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
Education
Masters in Social Work -
Grand Canyon University - Current
06.2024
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education - undefined
Virginia Union University
01.2020
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom Management
- Google Classroom
- Differentiated Instruction
- Accuracy and Attention to Detail
- Field Trip Organization
- Standardized tests
Awards
Rookie of the Year
Community Service
- Chimborazo Elementary School, 2017, 2020
- Overby-Sheppard Elementary School, 2018, 2018
- Kidz Zone Summer Camp, 2017, 2018
Accomplishments
Achieved highest success rate of standardized testing on grade level in 2024 by reworking approach.
Timeline
3rd Grade Teacher
Harry E. James Elementary School-Hopewell City Public Schools
09.2020 - Current
Student Teaching
George W. Carver Elementary School-Richmond Public School
01.2018 - 09.2020
Masters in Social Work -
Grand Canyon University - Current
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education - undefined
Virginia Union University
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