Dr. Uretka Callon
Vicksburg,MS
Summary
Knowledgeable Lead Teacher with strong leadership background, excellent program management expertise and devotion to meeting learning needs of each student. Well-organized in planning lessons and activities to diversify instruction and engage students. Analytical problem-solver successful in calmly approaching classroom or student personal problems to devise appropriate interventions and resolve concerns. Dedicated and responsive professional with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification, and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire love of learning.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher (Pre-Kindergarten-2nd Grade)
Dana Road Elementary School
Vicksburg, MS
08.2013 - Current
- Train classroom teachers and assistants, observe and provide peer assistance for colleagues, assist in the coordination of professional development, collaborate on benchmark lessons, serve as liaison with the Department of Curriculum and Instructional Services, identify curriculum needs, plan and manage curriculum development, oversee textbook ordering, serve as testing coordinator, supervise staff in absence of administrators, lead professional development, and facilitate the Crisis Response Team.
- Provided instructional guidance and mentorship to teachers in the development of lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessments.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with other school staff to ensure that all students have access to a safe and supportive learning environment.
- Coordinated professional development activities for teachers within the department.
- Utilized data-driven decision making processes to assess student progress, inform instruction, and monitor teaching effectiveness.
- Monitored classroom instruction on a regular basis through observation, feedback, and collaboration with teachers.
- Facilitated meetings with parents and guardians in order to discuss student progress or behavior issues.
- Engaged in collaborative planning sessions with colleagues in order to design effective curricula for various grade levels.
- Attended district meetings related to curriculum changes or initiatives.
- Participated in weekly faculty meetings by providing updates on departmental goals or objectives.
Teacher (Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten)
Dana Road Elementary School
Vicksburg, MS
01.2003 - 01.2013
- Instructed kindergarten curriculum, assessed student learning abilities, increased reading levels through specific programs, inspired parental involvement, fostered curiosity through thematic units, enhanced academic and social growth using various strategies, engaged students with manipulatives, integrated technology, and developed a reward system for homework completion.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Prepared weekly newsletters for parents outlining upcoming assignments or events at school.
Education
Doctorate of Philosophy - Educational Leadership
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS05.2013
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS05.2005
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS05.2002
High School Diploma -
George Washington High School
Chicago, IL05.1997
Skills
- Student Records Management
- Activity Planning
- Behavior Modeling
- Lesson development
- Classroom Management
- Child Development
Professionalorganizations
- Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
- Vicksburg Association of Women
Technicalintegrationandproficiencies
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- PowerPoint
- Internet Navigation
- Google Classroom
- Google Docs
- Google Chromebooks
- JTouch
- Smart Board
Careerdevelopment
- Secretary, Teacher Support Team, 2004-2006
- Member, School Leadership Committee, 2007-2011
- Grade Level Chairperson, 2004-2013
- Mentor Teacher, 2007-2013
- Member, Mississippi Association of Educators, 2010-Present
- Teacher of the Year, Dana Road Elementary School, 2008-2009
- Featured in, Who's Who Among American Teachers, 2005-2006
- Model Teacher, Vicksburg Warren School District, 2011-2013
- Recipient of, "Outstanding Early Childhood Educator" Award, Alcorn State University, 2010
- Consultant, Tougaloo College-Praxis 1 and 2 for teachers
- Certification in Educational Leadership, 486 Endorsement, 05/19
- Summer Development Instructor of Reading, Alcorn State University, Summer 2019
- University Supervisor, Mississippi State University, 2018-Present
- Chair, Crisis Response Team
- Data Analyst, Dana Road Elementary School
- Certification in, Phonics First
- Co-Facilitator, School-Based Lighthouse Team for (TLIM)
Areasofteachingproficiency
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Student Motivation
- Standards-based Instruction
- Technology Integration
- Multicultural Awareness
- Balanced Literacy
- Interdisciplinary Reading
- Differentiated Instruction
- Creative Lesson Planning
- Cooperative Learning
Accomplishments
- Led school in becoming an "Emerging Science of Reading" School
- Led school in attaining Lighthouse Status
- Led school in becoming recertified a s Lighthouse School
- Played an instrumental role in the school coming a "B" rated school
- Led school in becoming the district's safest school
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lead Teacher (Pre-Kindergarten-2nd Grade)
Dana Road Elementary School
08.2013 - Current
Teacher (Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten)
Dana Road Elementary School
01.2003 - 01.2013
Doctorate of Philosophy - Educational Leadership
Jackson State University
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Alcorn State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Alcorn State University
High School Diploma -
George Washington High School
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