Erika Guilford
Southfield,MI
Summary
Caring Teacher with strong communication skills and drive to excite students about learning. Specializing in creating stimulating environments that help students achieve full potential and enjoy learning. Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with scholars, families and colleagues.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
TEACHER
Detroit Public School Community District
Detroit, MI
02.1999
- Taught reading using EL Education (Expeditionary Learning), Open Court, Imagine It and Story Town Reading Programs
- Member of the Instructional Leadership Team
- Implemented the Data Driven approach to analyzing and utilizing data
- Analyzed MStep, iReady and NWEA data and developed goals/lesson plans based on student data
- Conducted Instructional Learning Cycles to improve student growth on standardized tests
- Implemented Cents for Flint as a service project for our Social Studies Curriculum
- Used CHAMPS and Love and Logic techniques to manage my classroom
- Lead Social Studies Teacher.
TEACHER
Education Achievement Authority-EAA
Detroit, MI
01.2013 - 08.2013
- Created student-centered classrooms based on student ages and ability levels
- Developed individualized lessons using the Common Core State Standards
- Used Scaffolding techniques to prepare for student-centered learning/centers
- Created ELA and Math websites for student support
- Nominated teacher of the month for Professional Development Training using PD 360
- Used Clovi and Buzz as ELA and Math digital learning tools for students.
TEACHER
University Preparatory Academy
Detroit, MI
08.2012 - 12.2012
- Administered Fountas and Pinnell Benchmark Assessments to determine appropriate instructional levels for guided reading instruction
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- After school tutor for low performing students in reading and math
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
Education
M.A. Educational Leadership -
WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY
05.2002
B.S. Education -
WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY
12.1998
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Electronic Presentation Skills
- Internet Navigation Skills
- Email Management Skills
- Smart Learning Suite Navigation
- Small Group Instruction
- Student Engagement
Certification
- Professional Certification K-8
- School Administrator K-12
Organizations
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated
Professional Development
- IReady Blitz, 01/2024
- InquirED Teacher Training, 03/2024
- Elevate Phonics, 04/2023
- Orton-Gillingham Virtual Phonics Course, 06/2022
- Culturally Responsive Teaching, 03/01/20
- Calm Classroom, 08/01/19
- Read by Grade 3, 08/01/19
- The DTI & RTI Connection for Academic Success, 05/01/19
- Leadership, 05/01/19
- Designing a Broad Literacy Framework, 10/01/18
Timeline
TEACHER
Education Achievement Authority-EAA
01.2013 - 08.2013
TEACHER
University Preparatory Academy
08.2012 - 12.2012
TEACHER
Detroit Public School Community District
02.1999
M.A. Educational Leadership -
WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY
B.S. Education -
WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY