Hi, I’m
Dr. Angela Fincher
National STEM Teacher
Selma,AL
Try not to become a man of success. Rather become a man of value.
Albert Einstein
Summary
Innovative STEM Teacher bringing 20-year background instructing students. Expertise in classroom oversight, course planning and behavior management. Successful at collaborating with teachers, administrative leaders and support specialists to meet individual student needs. Committed to encouraging higher-order thinking to increase student performance.
Overview
23
years of professional experience
1
Teaching Certification
1
National STEM Certification
Work History
Dallas County School System
Secondary STEM Science Teacher
08.2002 - Current
Job overview
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help hundreds of students comprehend complex concepts using computer programming software.
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
- Designed innovative science curricula to engage students and promote critical thinking.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
- Utilized group and hands-on learning experiences for proficient teacher evaluation score.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
- Worked with staff members and teachers of 7 to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Conducted weekly and monthly evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Summer Enrichment Program
STEM Lab Teacher
05.2020 - 07.2020
Job overview
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
- Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
- Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
- Planned and supervised class projects, field trips and visits by guest speakers.
Selma City School District
Secondary Biology Teacher
08.2004 - 05.2007
Job overview
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Established positive and encouraging relationship with students and helped to foster appreciation for biology and science.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Developed materials for laboratory activities, homework assignments and handouts to facilitate learning.
- Prepared individualized lesson plans and educational materials to structure biology curriculum to needs of each student.
- Evaluated students' academic and social growth, kept appropriate records, and prepared progress reports to gauge performance.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
- Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests, and assignments.
- Leveraged diverse learning strategies to prepare students for higher-level education requirements.
Vaughn Regional Medical Center
Laboratory Assistant
01.2000 - 01.2001
Job overview
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Obtained samples for testing following standard protocols.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Collaborated with other departments to establish cohesive laboratory operations.
Education
Victory Through Hoiliness Seminary Institute Chicago, Illinois.
Doctrine of Divinity Christian Education from Academic Research in Biblical Studies
07.2021
Alabama State UniversityMontgomery, AL
Master of Science from Biological And Physical Sciences
12.2012
University Overview
- Dean's List 2012
- Completed AP Course in Science
- 3.4 GPA
Selma UniversitySelma, AL
Bachelor of Science from Cell Biology And Anatomy
05.1995
University Overview
- Dean's List 1992-1995
- Choir Scholarship Recipient
- Completed AP course in Anatomy
- Relevant Coursework: Biology & Cell Biology
- Neurotoxic Chemical Lab Studies 1992-1995
- Ranked in Top 10% of class
- Extracurricular Activities: Choir
- Choir Director
- Miss SU Choir
- cum laude graduate
Central High SchoolHaynesville, LA
High School Diploma
05.1991
University Overview
- Honor Roll 1989-1991
- Completed AP course in English Literature
- 3.8 GPA
- Ranked in Top 6% of class
- Extracurricular Activities: Choir
- Extracurricular Activities: Cheerleader
- Extracurricular Activities: Step TEAM
- Student Government Leader Member
- Elected to Choir Director and Session Leader
- Co-Captain of Sr. Cheerleading Team
- magna cum laude graduate
- Elected Miss Central High 1991
Skills
- National STEM Design Strategist
- RTI School Administration and Science Chairperson
- Facilitate Workshops for Teachers
- Teaching Methods Expert
- New Teacher Training
- Lesson Plan Development
- Remote Learning
- Instructional Techniques & Research
- Multimedia Integration
- STEM Project-Based Learning (PBL)
- Behavior Modification
Accomplishments
- Host Kingdom Talk Show TV- Daily Gospel Network 2023
- Lead Teacher- Dallas County School System 2022
- Published Selma's First Christian Magazine 2007
- Produced Selma’s First Christian Talk Show- Kingdom Talk TV Incorporated- CEO 2007
Certification
- Certified National STEM Teacher, National Institute for STEM Education- 2023
- Certified Secondary Science Teacher, Alabama State Department of Education - 2012
- Lead Teacher Training, EdConnected Company - 2022
Reading, Counseling and Family time.
Being an effective teacher-leader requires a lot of reading in order to stay informed and relevant in the classroom; especially for science intrusive-minds like myself. I love meeting new people and learning new things. Having good communication skills and being a good listener are essential skills to have as 21st century innovators. And, as an ordained minister of 29 years, I have found these skills to be positively impactful and even life changing. However, nothing brings me greater joy than spending quality time with family and close friends, because I discovered that family is truly one of life's greatest commodities.
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Timeline
STEM Lab Teacher
Summer Enrichment Program
05.2020 - 07.2020
Secondary Biology Teacher
Selma City School District
08.2004 - 05.2007
Secondary STEM Science Teacher
Dallas County School System
08.2002 - Current
Laboratory Assistant
Vaughn Regional Medical Center
01.2000 - 01.2001
Victory Through Hoiliness Seminary Institute
Doctrine of Divinity Christian Education from Academic Research in Biblical Studies
Alabama State University
Master of Science from Biological And Physical Sciences
Selma University
Bachelor of Science from Cell Biology And Anatomy
Central High School
High School Diploma
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