Erika Brashear
Amelia,Ohio
Summary
Dynamic instructional leader with extensive experience in education and a strong foundation in best practices across all content areas. Proven ability to cultivate and maintain positive, productive relationships with students, parents, administrators, and the broader community. Committed to ongoing professional development and continuous expansion of knowledge in current educational methodologies, fostering a network of diverse colleagues to enhance collaborative learning environments. Passionate about creating engaging and inclusive classroom experiences that inspire student success and growth.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
4th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Roll Hill School
Cincinnati, Ohio
08.2025 - Current
- Implemented hands-on learning activities to enhance student understanding of complex concepts.
- Facilitated collaborative group projects, promoting teamwork and critical thinking skills.
- Assessed student progress through diverse evaluation methods, ensuring individualized support.
Middle School Teacher
Ethel M. Taylor Academy
Cincinnati, OH
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Delivered comprehensive education in math, social studies, and science to foster academic growth in 4th, 5th, and 6th-grade students.
- Established rapport with students, parents and critical family members, using Talking Points, texting and phone calls with parents and guardians.
- Enhance student engagement for learning through maintaining collaborative learning classroom environment using manipulatives, experiments, and other district assigned curriculum.
- Observe, plan, teach and assess practice to inform and modify instruction for multi-cultural classes with many levels of ability.
- Performed classroom benchmark assessments including IReady and MAP.
- Work closely with district coaches, data coaches, and administration to continue to improve our grade level scores
Tutor
Immaculate Heart of Mary School
Cincinnati, OH
09.2019 - 06.2023
- Weekly communication with the teachers of the students tutored as well as the parents.
- Help aid in the students learning as well as executive functioning skills
- Worked one-on-one with students in grades five through eight each week
5th and 6th Grade Teacher
Immaculate Heart of Mary
Cincinnati, OH
08.2019 - 06.2023
- Instruct students to think analytically and critically during lesson as well as to help them learn and understand the curriculum using technology
- Adapted the IReady Math Model in the classroom since August 2021 for both 5th and 6th Grade
- Help create accommodation plans and give appropriate rewards and consequences to students
- Observe, plan, teach, and assess practice to inform and modify instruction for classes with many levels of abilities.
After Care Teacher
Immaculate Heart of Mary School
Cincinnati, OH
08.2019 - 06.2023
- Supervise children in the gymnasium or outside playground
- Assist teachers in handing out snack, ensuring all students receive an allergy free snack
- Aid students in grades three through eight with homework
6th Grade Teacher
St. Veronica Parish School
Cincinnati, OH
08.2015 - 06.2019
- Designed, planned, and implemented reading and writing skills for students of varying skill levels based on the Common Core Standards
- Established rapport with students, parents and critical family members
Assistant Teacher
All About Kids at Wards Corner
Cincinnati, OH
03.2013 - 05.2017
- Helped the lead teacher to supervise children both in the classroom, on the playground, and on field trips
- Assisted children with homework
6th Grade Teacher
St. Gabriel Consolidated School
Cincinnati, OH
11.2009 - 06.2015
- Designed, planned, and implemented math and science lessons for both small group and classroom students of varying skill
- Consistent communication with administrators, the 6th grade team, and parents daily
Education
Bachelor of Science - Middle Childhood Education
University Of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH06-2009
Skills
- Peer collaboration
- Team-based teacher collaboration
- Effective communication with parents, staff, and administration
Affiliations
- Ohio Council for Teachers of Mathematics 2009 - 2023
- Social Studies Curriculum Leadership Team 2022 – 2023
Certification
- State of Ohio Middle School Teacher License
- Endorsements: Grade 4-9 Science, Social Studies, ELA; Grade 4-6 Math
Timeline
4th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Roll Hill School
08.2025 - Current
Middle School Teacher
Ethel M. Taylor Academy
08.2023 - 06.2025
Tutor
Immaculate Heart of Mary School
09.2019 - 06.2023
5th and 6th Grade Teacher
Immaculate Heart of Mary
08.2019 - 06.2023
After Care Teacher
Immaculate Heart of Mary School
08.2019 - 06.2023
6th Grade Teacher
St. Veronica Parish School
08.2015 - 06.2019
Assistant Teacher
All About Kids at Wards Corner
03.2013 - 05.2017
6th Grade Teacher
St. Gabriel Consolidated School
11.2009 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Science - Middle Childhood Education
University Of Cincinnati