Elizabeth Cummings
Roanoke,AL
Summary
Professional Teacher focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. Skilled lecturer, discussion facilitator and hands-on leader focused on student success. Excels at meeting and exceeding district standards. Excellent at creating positive educational climates for students. Organized and reliable with expertise in Social Studies. Proficient in applying various principles of learning to effectively teach social studies to over 120 students.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
7th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Gardner Newman Middle School
07.2023 - Current
- Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating problem-solving activities and real-life scenarios into lessons.
- Promoted student collaboration through group projects, improving teamwork abilities and fostering a sense of community in the classroom.
- Developed instructional materials tailored to diverse learning styles and abilities, ensuring all students had equal opportunities for success.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication, fostering an atmosphere of mutual support and understanding.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate various learning needs, allowing all students to thrive academically.
- Assisted struggling students with one-on-one tutoring sessions, boosting their confidence and overall academic performance.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance on curriculum planning and classroom management techniques.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends, research, and best practices in teaching social studies content.
- Designed engaging lesson plans that aligned with state standards, ensuring comprehensive coverage of required material while keeping students interested in the subject matter.
- Utilized assessment data to inform future instruction decisions, adapting lessons as needed to address gaps in student understanding or skill development.
- Provided support during after-school programs or extracurricular activities, encouraging involvement and promoting a well-rounded educational experience for students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units of study that connected social studies content with other subject areas such as language arts or science.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
Manager
Wingman's Buffalo Chicken
05.2016 - Current
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and customer demands.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training.
Student Teacher Intern
White Plains Middle School
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Stood in for teachers, checking lesson plans to provide consistent teaching to students.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Conferred with qualified teacher to establish instructional targets and prepare lessons to cover source topics.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Stood in for teachers to supervise classes, deliver lessons and administer tests.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff and students.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Graded tests and checked homework assignments, documenting information in student records.
- Observed and participated in professional development opportunities to expand horizons and learn different approaches.
Student Teacher Intern
Oxford Highschool
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Helped teachers decorate and organize classrooms with age-specific decor and organization prior to classes starting.
- Investigated different teaching materials and techniques to understand strengths and weaknesses.
- Reviewed faculty handbooks, regional curricula and student guides to formulate deep understanding of duties and student expectations.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Education
Master of Science - Secondary Education
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL04.2023
Associate of Science -
Southern Union State Community College
Wadley, AL05.2020
High School Diploma -
Handley Highschool
Roanoke, AL05.2018
Skills
- Instructional Materials Creation
- Instructional Techniques
- Disciplinary Procedures
- Positive Interactions
- District Standards
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Individualized Support
- Emotional Support
- Social Skills Assessment
- Classroom Integration
- Providing Feedback
- School Programs
Accomplishments
- Enhanced student learning with ELA Tier III Intervention classes.
- Brought about first place in RESA Academic Bowl though co-coaching the Academic Team.
- Obtained and maintained a level three on TKES within first year.
- Technology Integration - Participated in technology training courses and trained colleagues in new technology concepts and practices applicable for the classroom.
- Received commendation from Gardner Newman Middle School principal for successfully working with students with BIPs and SSTs.
Certification
- Alabama Praxis Social Studies (5081) - 2022
- EdTPA - 2023
- Certified Georgia Milestones Test Examiner - 2024
- Microbird School Bus Certified - 2023
- FERPA, Homelessness Awareness, MSRA, ADA, Child Abuse Awareness Training. - 2023
- Stewards of Children; Darkness to Light Training. - 2023
References
- Dr. Russell Hammack - President Elect of ALCSS and Jacksonville State University Department of Secondary Education Associate Professor - 256-782-5832
- Dr. Linda Mitchell - Jacksonville State University Department Head of Secondary Education - 256-310-4478
- Ms. De Lambert - Handley Highschool Assistant Principal - 334-864-1095
- Dr. Kelley Adams - Gardner Newman Middle School Principal - 706-523-0848
Timeline
7th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Gardner Newman Middle School
07.2023 - Current
Student Teacher Intern
White Plains Middle School
08.2022 - 04.2023
Student Teacher Intern
Oxford Highschool
02.2022 - 04.2022
Manager
Wingman's Buffalo Chicken
05.2016 - Current
Master of Science - Secondary Education
Jacksonville State University
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education
Jacksonville State University
Associate of Science -
Southern Union State Community College
High School Diploma -
Handley Highschool
- Alabama Praxis Social Studies (5081) - 2022
- EdTPA - 2023
- Certified Georgia Milestones Test Examiner - 2024
- Microbird School Bus Certified - 2023
- FERPA, Homelessness Awareness, MSRA, ADA, Child Abuse Awareness Training. - 2023
- Stewards of Children; Darkness to Light Training. - 2023
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