Elizabeth LeAnn McMillan
Mountain Brook,AL
Summary
Experienced and skilled tutor with strong communication and problem-solving abilities. Dedicated to fostering positive learning environments that nurture individual skill development. Highly proficient in providing one-on-one instruction, promoting team collaboration, and maintaining excellent relationships with students, parents, and support staff.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Tutor
Alabama Game Changers
Hoover, AL
09.2020 - Current
- Led individual and group tutoring sessions, focusing on targeted areas of improvement for each student.
- Maintained accurate records of each student's progress, using this information to inform future instruction effectively.
- Promoted positive learning environment by fostering open communication and collaboration among students.
- Actively sought feedback from students regarding their tutor experiences, using this information to make continuous improvements in service delivery.
Dyslexia Evaluator
Alabama Game Changers
Hoover, AL
05.2016 - Current
- Maintained high degree of professionalism when dealing with sensitive information during course of an evaluation.
- Streamlined evaluation process for increased efficiency, leading to faster decision making.
- Implemented quality control measures that significantly reduced errors in evaluations and reports.
- Facilitated knowledge sharing among colleagues by presenting key insights from completed evaluations.
- Established strong relationships with clients, ensuring clear communication throughout evaluation process.
Reading Specialist
Spring Valley School
Birmingham, AL
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Provided ongoing support for struggling readers by offering one-on-one tutoring sessions and small group instruction.
- Built positive and productive relationships with teachers to drive improvements to reading programs.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, adjusting instruction as needed to optimize growth.
First Grade Lead Teacher
The Schenck School
Atlanta, GA
08.2001 - 05.2002
- Trained in Orton-Gillingham, an approach to teaching dyslexic children
- Differentiated instruction based on individual student needs, accommodating various learning styles and abilities.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Associate Teacher in First Grade
The Schenck School
Atlanta, Ga
08.1999 - 05.2001
- Taught phonics, math, science and P.E.
- Helped lead teacher set up and manage classroom.
Associate Teacher in Fifth Grade
The Schenck School
Atlanta, GA
08.1998 - 05.1999
- Taught math, study skills, social studies and map skills.
Education
Bachelor of Social Science in Psychology -
College of Charleston
Charleston, SC12.1996
Skills
- Teaching strategies
- Online Teaching
- Academic advising
- Strong work ethic and professionalism
- Adaptability
- Passionate in helping others
Accomplishments
Presented at 2001 IDA Georgia Branch Conference, International Dyslexia Association
Volunteer Experience
- Teaching Sunday school
- Vacation bible school
Timeline
Lead Tutor
Alabama Game Changers
09.2020 - Current
Dyslexia Evaluator
Alabama Game Changers
05.2016 - Current
Reading Specialist
Spring Valley School
08.2015 - 05.2016
First Grade Lead Teacher
The Schenck School
08.2001 - 05.2002
Associate Teacher in First Grade
The Schenck School
08.1999 - 05.2001
Associate Teacher in Fifth Grade
The Schenck School
08.1998 - 05.1999
Bachelor of Social Science in Psychology -
College of Charleston