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Emily Wright

Knoxville,TN

Summary

Experienced educator skilled in fostering supportive learning environments and enhancing student engagement; Proficient in data analysis, technology integration, and collaborative lesson development; Dedicated to driving academic success and positive classroom management.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Knox County Schools - Halls High School
Knoxville
07.2017 - Current
  • Collaborate with colleagues weekly in PLCs, and with the SPED department when possible, to review curriculum, develop lesson plans and common assessments, and analyze student data/work
  • Assess student performance through regular assessments, providing targeted feedback for improvement
  • Create and maintain a positive classroom environment that encourages thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Introduce a variety of approaches to complex concepts, making abstract ideas more accessible for all learners
  • Utilize educational technology tools and HQIM, such as Big Ideas online textbook, to facilitate interactive learning experiences
  • Lead and participate in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education and apply them in the classroom

Academy Dean

Knox County Schools - Halls High School
Knoxville, TN
07.2024 - Current
  • Lead weekly SLC meetings
  • Collaborate with SLC to create a supportive learning environment for all students
  • Lead discussions on student performance to identify areas for improvement and drive targeted interventions
  • Meet weekly with academy leadership to discuss student and staff concerns and celebrations and plan SLC meetings and events
  • Gather student information to present to SLC (failures, attendance, behavior)
  • Organized remediation days for struggling students by gathering teacher input to put together personalized checklists in order to boost academic performance and grades

Education

Bachelor of Science - Middle Grades Education - Social Studies And Math

University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC
05-2004

Skills

  • Relationship building with positive student rapport
  • Classroom and behavior management
  • Lesson planning for all types and levels of students
  • Knowledge of curriculum and classroom instruction
  • Technology integration
  • Data-driven instruction
  • Organizational skills
  • Technology savvy

Timeline

Academy Dean

Knox County Schools - Halls High School
07.2024 - Current

Teacher

Knox County Schools - Halls High School
07.2017 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Middle Grades Education - Social Studies And Math

University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill