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Elizabeth Edens

Olive Hill,KY

Summary

Committed Regular Education Teacher with comprehensive background in creating engaging lesson plans following curriculum guidelines. Profound understanding of child development and commitment to fostering intellectual growth through interactive learning activities. Skilled in utilizing varied teaching methodologies and effective classroom management techniques. Notable success in improving student performance by implementing strategic learning interventions and innovative educational tools.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Regular Education Teacher

Carter County Schools
Olive Hill, Kentucky
07.2016 - Current
  • Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
  • Integrated technology into daily lessons to enhance student engagement.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the academic, social and emotional needs of students.
  • Created a positive learning environment through classroom management strategies and discipline techniques.
  • Assessed student performance through tests, assignments, and projects.

Child Development Center Director

Tinker Air Force Base
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
12.2013 - 12.2015
  • Ensured the program provided a safe, nurturing environment that supported children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
  • Responded promptly to parental concerns or complaints about their child's care or experience at the center.
  • Oversaw staff training to ensure quality care, and adherence to established protocols.
  • Developed and managed the center's budget, including justifying funding requests.
  • Ensured the facility was well-maintained, safe, and complied with all applicable regulations.

Training and Curriculum Specialist

Tinker Air Force Base
Oklahoma City, OK
05.2012 - 11.2013
  • Oversaw development of appropriate curricula for child development centers, preschools, family child care programs, school-age, and other unique children's programs.
  • Initiated, designed, developed, arranged for, conducted, and oversaw training.
  • Identified children who may have had special needs.
  • Developed plans to improve overall operations, corrected identified deficiencies, and enhanced developmental programs.
  • Achieved accreditation through the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

Regular Education Teacher

Highland Elementary School
Sanford, NC
07.2005 - 06.2009
  • Evaluated student performance using standardized testing results along with teacher observations.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, behavior reports, grades and other data required by school policy.
  • Assessed student progress through tests, quizzes, projects, presentations and other assessments.
  • Instructed students in small groups or one-on-one settings to provide additional support when needed.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills by posing questions that encouraged deeper understanding of the subject matter being studied.

Education

Master of Arts - Teaching - IECE Certification

Morehead State University
Morehead, KY
07-2016

Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Cameron University
Lawton, OK
06-1999

Bachelor of Science - Child Development

Meredith College
Raleigh, NC
06-1993

Skills

  • Student behavior management
  • Data analysis
  • Instructional design
  • Assessment strategies
  • Student-centered learning
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Calm under pressure

Timeline

Regular Education Teacher

Carter County Schools
07.2016 - Current

Child Development Center Director

Tinker Air Force Base
12.2013 - 12.2015

Training and Curriculum Specialist

Tinker Air Force Base
05.2012 - 11.2013

Regular Education Teacher

Highland Elementary School
07.2005 - 06.2009

Master of Arts - Teaching - IECE Certification

Morehead State University

Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Cameron University

Bachelor of Science - Child Development

Meredith College

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