Dr. Laverne Alston
Tampa,Florida
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Wake County Public Schools, skilled in classroom management and adult education strategies. Proven track record in enhancing student performance through tailored lesson plans and effective data analysis. Adept at fostering relationships with diverse families, ensuring an inclusive learning environment that promotes academic growth.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ABE Adjunct Instructor
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC
01.2020 - Current
- Taught foundational reading skills to adult students pursuing GED or high school diploma.
- Collaborated with educational staff to support student success in academic goals.
- Developed tailored lesson plans to meet diverse learning needs of adult learners.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance and grades for each student enrolled in the course.
Virtual Teacher
Topeka Kansas Public Schools US 501
Topeka, US
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Delivered lessons to students learning from home due to Covid-19.
- Assigned to complete virtual teaching responsibilities for Kindergarten and 1st grade.
- Fulfilled contractual obligations for one school term as a virtual educator.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
Elementary Teacher
Wake County Public Schools
Raleigh, NC
08.2012 - 12.2018
- EVALUATED, MEASURE, AND ANALYZE STUDENT TEST SCORE DATA TO DETERMINE READING AND MATH GROWTH AND ARTICULATE PLANS FOR FUTURE GROWTH.
- CREATE AND IMPLEMENT CORE KNOWLEDGE IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS AND OTHER DISCIPLINES FOR STUDENTS AT A TITLE 1 SCHOOL.
- 3 rd. and 4 th Grade Teacher - Prepare students for required skills and EOG Test 4th Grade Interventionist/ My duties including progress monitoring/ MClass (small guided reading)
- Maintained accurate and comprehensive records of student performance and attendance.
- Devised lesson plans in alignment with state curriculum standards and created balanced instructional programs, demonstrations and work time to meet educational and instructional goals.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
Elementary Teacher
Halifax County Public Schools
Halifax, US
08.2006 - 06.2012
- 4 th grade Elementary Teacher 7 th grade Social Studies Teacher 3 rd Grade served as Department Chair 4 th Grade served as Department Chair
- Facilitated at Grade Level Meetings
- Mentored Novice Teachers
- Also, to ensure all students were exposed to a learning environment which encouraged critical thinking skills.
- Established positive relationships with families from diverse backgrounds.
- Maintained accurate and comprehensive records of student performance and attendance.
- Devised lesson plans in alignment with state curriculum standards and created balanced instructional programs, demonstrations and work time to meet educational and instructional goals.
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
Elementary Teacher
Guilford County Public Schools
Guilford, US
08.2008 - 06.2009
- I taught 4/5 grade English Language Arts and Social Studies combination classes.
- EVALUATED, MEASURE, AND ANALYZE STUDENT TEST SCORE DATA TO DETERMINE READING AND MATH GROWTH AND ARTICULATE PLANS FOR FUTURE GROWTH.
- CREATE AND IMPLEMENT CORE KNOWLEDGE IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS AND OTHER DISCIPLINES FOR STUDENTS AT A TITLE 1 SCHOOL.
- Established positive relationships with families from diverse backgrounds.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Maintained accurate and comprehensive records of student performance and attendance.
- Devised lesson plans in alignment with state curriculum standards and created balanced instructional programs, demonstrations and work time to meet educational and instructional goals.
Education
PhD - Advanced Studies in Human Behavior
Capella University
Minnapolis, MN12.2018
MS - Education Specialization in Professional Studies
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN01.2010
B.A. - Liberal Studies Concentration in Elementary Education and Sociology
Shaw University
Raleigh, NC05.2003
Skills
- Microsoft Word and Office
- Classroom management and facilitation
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Tutoring and mentoring
- Adult education strategies
- Presentation and writing skills
- Research expertise
Certification
K-6 Elementary Education Teaching Certification, North Carolina, Current -1057493, 07/01/21, 06/30/26
Publications
Alston, Laverne, Cowan, Rebecca, Neal, Crystal, Mahon, Megan, The Experiences of Licensed Clinicians Counseling Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Queer Survivors of Intimate Partner Violence, 08/06/21, Journal of LGBT Issues in Counseling, 10.1080/15538605.2021.1938336
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Virtual Teacher
Topeka Kansas Public Schools US 501
01.2021 - 01.2023
ABE Adjunct Instructor
Wake Technical Community College
01.2020 - Current
Elementary Teacher
Wake County Public Schools
08.2012 - 12.2018
Elementary Teacher
Guilford County Public Schools
08.2008 - 06.2009
Elementary Teacher
Halifax County Public Schools
08.2006 - 06.2012
PhD - Advanced Studies in Human Behavior
Capella University
MS - Education Specialization in Professional Studies
Capella University
B.A. - Liberal Studies Concentration in Elementary Education and Sociology
Shaw University
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