Dedicated and passionate Middle Grades educator and leader, with a commitment to fostering a stimulating and inclusive learning environment. Seeking to utilize my expertise in curriculum development, differentiated instruction, leadership and student-centered pedagogies to facilitate academic growth and cultivate a lifelong love of learning among middle school students. Eager to contribute to a collaborative educational community and support students in achieving their academic and personal goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
6th and 8th Grade English Language Arts / Concurrent LearningTeacher
Chapel Hill Middle School
07.2021 - Current
Incorporated diverse texts into the curriculum to expose students to different perspectives and cultures, promoting cultural competency.
Developed strong relationships with students and parents through regular communication and feedback to support academic success.
Served as a mentor for new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance in classroom management techniques.
Implemented data-driven instructional strategies to address individual student needs, improving overall performance on standardized tests.
Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
5th Grade English Language Arts and Social Studies Teacher
The Kindezi Schools Westlake
06.2018 - 07.2021
Facilitated and engaged in frequent professional development activities including content and curriculum workshops, behavior management planning, diversity and inclusiveness trainings, and one-on-one teaching skill coaching and feedback cycles
Taught virtually February 2020 - May 2021 adjusting weekly lesson plans for maximum student engagement.
Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Promoted cultural awareness within the school community by helping to organize events celebrating diversity among students and staff members alike.
Implemented project-based learning activities that encouraged students to apply their knowledge to real-life situations, enhancing problem-solving skills and deepening understanding of course concepts.
Organized field trips and guest speakers to supplement classroom learning experiences, providing real-world context for course topics.
PR and Social Media Consultant
Inobe Agency
06.2015 - 05.2018
Created content strategy, developed brand awareness, generated inbound traffic, and cultivated leads and sales
Managed social networking sites including Facebook, Twitter, and similar community sites posting on relevant blogs, and seeding content into social applications as needed.
Designed visually appealing graphics for use in social media posts and advertisements, enhancing the overall aesthetic appeal of clients'' profiles.
Boosted customer engagement with creative and relevant content tailored to each platform.
Increased brand awareness by developing and implementing targeted social media strategies.
Spearheaded successful product launches through coordinated cross-platform campaigns that generated buzz among target demographics.
Project Manager: Loaned Executive
United Way of Greater Atlanta
08.2016 - 12.2016
Monitored assigned accounts to ensure campaign plan adherence and worked with Resource Development staff to ensure accurate campaign projections were in the campaign database
Handle the administrative aspects of the campaign by completing appropriate correspondence and communication, required reports and evaluations, closing out all accounts, and returning to staff all company files, reports, records, and materials.
Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
Education
Master of Education - P-12 Education
Mercer University
Atlanta, GA
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA
05.2001 -
Skills
Customer Serviceundefined
Certification
Elementary Education (P-5)
Timeline
6th and 8th Grade English Language Arts / Concurrent LearningTeacher
Chapel Hill Middle School
07.2021 - Current
5th Grade English Language Arts and Social Studies Teacher