EDDIE SAYLOR
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Upbeat 4th grade General Education Teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
General Education Teacher
ReNEW Schools Delores T Aaron Academy
06.2022 - Current
- Monitored each student's progress and revamped strategies to maximize success.
- Provided clear, informative and engaging classroom instruction.
- Conducted skills assessments to uncover performance gaps.
- Prepared students for tests by teaching relevant concepts and enforcing good test-taking skills.
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
- Utilized multimedia strategies to facilitate learning and increase student engagement.
- Managed small and large groups of students for classroom and off-site instruction.
- Updated class and student documentation for recordkeeping purposes.
- Organized inventory and equipment for learning purposes.
- Provided individual mentoring and special tutoring to struggling students.
- Maintained current knowledge of instructional techniques and available resources.
Lead General Education Teacher
Young Audiences Charter School
06.2018 - 05.2022
- Monitored each student's progress and revamped strategies to maximize success.
- Provided clear, informative and engaging classroom instruction.
- Prepared students for tests by teaching relevant concepts and enforcing good test-taking skills.
- Provided individual mentoring and special tutoring to struggling students.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Lead 4th Grade General Education Teacher
Martin Behrman Algiers Charter Schools Association
06.2014 - 06.2018
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
5t Grade General Education Teacher
Dalton Elementary Recovery School District
06.2013 - 06.2014
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
US Army Soldier
United States Army
06.1996 - 12.2003
- Secured and protected military property, assets, and personnel.
- Coached and mentored new recruits for motivated, high-performing teams.
- Operated and maintained armored vehicles.
- Assembled, disassembled and maintained various weapons for operational readiness.
- Risk-assessed environments and implemented appropriate security measures.
- Relayed crucial information and coordinated operations using radio communications equipment.
- Provided professional reconnaissance and security support during varied operations.
- Navigated terrain in hostile and non-hostile conditions, achieving positive outcomes.
- Delivered prompt first aid and medical care to injured personnel, optimizing outcomes.
- Responded calmly and professionally to chemical, biological and nuclear threats.
- Trained in conflict resolution among subordinates, equals and superiors.
- Surveyed company overall health and preparedness.
US Army Para Trooper
United States Army Special Operations Command
06.1996 - 06.2000
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Exiting an aircraft with a parachute attached to a fixed line, which automatically deploys upon exiting the aircraft.
- Controlling the parachute during descent, including making turns and adjusting the rate of descent.
- Understanding and maintaining various parachute systems, including emergency procedures.
- Conducting parachute jumps in combat scenarios to rapidly deploy forces behind enemy lines.
- Ensuring all equipment is properly rigged and functional before a jump.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
Oakwood University
Huntsville, AL01.2012
Skills
- Project Management
- Student Records Management
- Classroom Integration
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Individualized Support
- Learning Management System Proficiency
- Instructional Strategies
- Social and Academic Development
Reading and researching new teaching methodologies
Open to a mix of effective teaching methodologies tailored to the specific needs of my students and the learning outcomes I aim to achieve. Always adapting and evolving my approach based on student feedback and the dynamic nature of education.
Affiliations
• Troops to Teachers
• LaSIP Professional Development for Math and Science Teachers
Timeline
General Education Teacher
ReNEW Schools Delores T Aaron Academy
06.2022 - Current
Lead General Education Teacher
Young Audiences Charter School
06.2018 - 05.2022
Lead 4th Grade General Education Teacher
Martin Behrman Algiers Charter Schools Association
06.2014 - 06.2018
5t Grade General Education Teacher
Dalton Elementary Recovery School District
06.2013 - 06.2014
US Army Soldier
United States Army
06.1996 - 12.2003
US Army Para Trooper
United States Army Special Operations Command
06.1996 - 06.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
Oakwood University
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