Erika Mimms
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Innovative Teacher bringing 10-year background instructing students in public schools. Taught ML and special education students. Expertise in course planning and behavior management. Successful at collaborating with teachers, administrative leaders and support specialists to meet individual student needs. Committed to encouraging higher-order thinking to increase student performance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Mathematics Teacher (6th Grade)
Stonybrook Middle And Intermediate School
2022.07 - Current
- Consistently received positive evaluations from supervisors based on observation of instructional practices and impact on student learning.
- Established a positive learning environment by enforcing consistent discipline and using effective classroom management techniques.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through interactive and collaborative activities, contributing to improved student outcomes.
- Improved students'' problem-solving abilities by incorporating real-life applications into mathematical concepts.
4th and 6th Grade Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools
2019.07 - 2022.07
- Established a positive and inclusive classroom environment where students felt comfortable expressing themselves and asking questions.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects that connected subject matter and promoted interdisciplinary learning.
- Provided after-school tutoring sessions for students who needed additional support or enrichment opportunities in specific subjects.
- Increased student participation by incorporating interactive learning activities and group work into daily lessons.
4th Grade Teacher
Winding Ridge Elementary School (Lawrence Township)
2016.07 - 2019.07
- Lead and helped plan grade level PLC meetings.
- Helped plan the curriculum map and built targets and scales for standards.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
Education
Transition to Teach -
University of Phoenix
05.2014
Bachelor of Art - Telecommunications/Sociology
Ball State University
07.2007
Skills
- In-depth Subject Knowledge
- Teaching Diverse Learners
- Expert Problem Solving
- Team Collaboration
- Classroom Management
- Student Engagement
- Collaborative learning
- Curriculum Development
- Student rapport
Accomplishments
- Exceeded school goals on NWEA growth
- Met and exceeded school ILEARN goals
- Above 40% passing in 4th grade Math on ILEARN
- Built targets and scales as part of the curriculum team
- PLC leader for 2 years
- Consistently Maintained class passing scores of 50% or higher on Math and ELA ISTEP+ test after first year of teaching
- Participated in multiple school committees including PBIS
Timeline
Mathematics Teacher (6th Grade)
Stonybrook Middle And Intermediate School
2022.07 - Current
4th and 6th Grade Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools
2019.07 - 2022.07
4th Grade Teacher
Winding Ridge Elementary School (Lawrence Township)
2016.07 - 2019.07
Transition to Teach -
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Art - Telecommunications/Sociology
Ball State University
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