Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher and Substitute Teacher
Limestone County Board Education
08.1996 - 05.2024
Special Education /teacher / substitute in pre-k -high school grades
Worked in the Tech school
Worked at the Alternative school
Substitute in the front office at Johnson Elementary
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
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.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY
06.1992
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/Special Education
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY
05.1972
Skills
Group Instruction
Small Group Instruction
Student Engagement
Classroom Instruction
Timeline
Teacher and Substitute Teacher
Limestone County Board Education
08.1996 - 05.2024
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Kentucky University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/Special Education