Diane Davis
McDowell,VA
Summary
Adept at fostering academic growth and emotional well-being, I leveraged differentiated instruction and critical thinking strategies at Pendleton County Schools to significantly enhance student engagement and performance. My collaborative approach and expertise in classroom management have consistently supported students' and teachers' success. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Caring teacher with 30 plus years of experience in elementary and middle eduction instruction. Expert in closely monitoring student progress while implementing modern educational techniques into daily practices. Committed to long-term student success through well-rounded educations.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher, Grades 5 and 6
Pendleton County Schools
08.2021 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Fourth and Fifth Grade Teacher
Bath County Public Schools
08.2005 - 06.2021
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Used data-driven instruction to identify areas of improvement in student performance, implementing targeted interventions as needed.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives, collaborating on committees focused on curriculum development and improvement.
- Mentored new teachers within the school community, sharing best practices and supporting their professional growth.
- Assessed student progress regularly, adjusting instructional strategies to meet individual needs and improve overall performance.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
4th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Rockbridge County Schools
08.2002 - 06.2005
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Established strong relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication, promoting a supportive educational community.
- Promoted critical thinking skills by incorporating real-world problem-solving activities into daily lessons, preparing students for future success.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments and assessments, helping students grow academically and personally while achieving learning objectives.
- Developed and distributed study guides to reinforce lecture details and help students with test preparation.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with educational trends and research-based instructional strategies.
- Designed engaging science experiments that allowed students to explore scientific concepts firsthand while adhering to safety protocols.
Preschool Teacher, Grade 3 Teacher
Rockbridge County Schools
09.2000 - 07.2002
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Teacher, Grade 2 and 3
Augusta County Schools
08.1990 - 07.2000
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Chair of the Yearbook Committee
- Instructed students using the 4-block method.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education/History
Mary Baldwin College
Staunton, VA05.1989
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Small Group Instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Instruction
- Tutor
Certification
- Licensed teacher -since 1990
Virginia
Pre K- 4, 4-8 certification in Virginia-all subjects
West Virginia License -2021-present
Certified in Grades K- -5, Middles school grades 6-8, Subjects- English, History and science, Grade 9 History, English and Science
Timeline
Teacher, Grades 5 and 6
Pendleton County Schools
08.2021 - Current
Fourth and Fifth Grade Teacher
Bath County Public Schools
08.2005 - 06.2021
4th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Rockbridge County Schools
08.2002 - 06.2005
Preschool Teacher, Grade 3 Teacher
Rockbridge County Schools
09.2000 - 07.2002
Teacher, Grade 2 and 3
Augusta County Schools
08.1990 - 07.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Education/History
Mary Baldwin College
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