Erika Twymon
Lincoln,AL
Summary
Enthusiastic Teacher with 14 years of experience instructing students with wide range of learning abilities. Committed to creating motivational and collaborative learning environments that encourage social and emotional growth. Strategic in blending organizational skills thorough educational background. Works well with children, parents, colleagues and supervisors.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Support Educator
Talladega County Schools
Talladega, AL
10.2021 - Current
- Created a safe, comfortable learning environment for students by establishing positive relationships with them.
- Conveyed and utilized strong communication and interpersonal skills to establish positive rapport with students, parents and fellow educators.
- Attended professional development workshops and seminars to stay abreast of new trends in education.
- Provided appropriate feedback on work, behavior, and attitude towards learning.
- Enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
- Established expectations for student behavior while maintaining an atmosphere of mutual respect.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Talladega County Schools
Talladega, AL
09.2012 - 09.2021
- Assisted with classroom management, including disciplining students when necessary.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests, quizzes and assignments.
- Provided instruction to students in the absence of a full-time teacher.
Admissions Coordinator
Jefferson State Community College
Pell City, AL
10.2016 - 03.2020
- Coordinated with admission team to schedule admission and recruitment programs.
- Answered application and enrollment inquiries from public via telephone or email.
- Assisted students in completing admission forms and other related paperwork for speedy admissions process.
- Maintained student admissions database with clear and complete student enrollment files.
- Stayed up-to-date with program, tuition and scholarship details to provide complete and accurate information to prospective students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Montevallo
Montevallo, AL01-2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden, AL01-2003
High School Diploma -
Lincoln High School
Lincoln, AL05-2002
Skills
- Student Relations
- Peer Mentoring
- Academic Discipline
- Student Motivation
- Child Development
- Classroom Management
- Literacy Strategies
- Peer Interaction
- Class Instruction
Affiliations
- Choir President
- Member of the Office of Deaconesses
- Pastoral Assistant
- Women's Ministry Secretary
Certification
- 120 hour TESOL Certificate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Support Educator
Talladega County Schools
10.2021 - Current
Admissions Coordinator
Jefferson State Community College
10.2016 - 03.2020
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Talladega County Schools
09.2012 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Montevallo
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Gadsden State Community College
High School Diploma -
Lincoln High School
- 120 hour TESOL Certificate
Similar Profiles
Kimberly ReynoldsKimberly Reynolds
English Teacher at Talladega City SchoolsEnglish Teacher at Talladega City Schools
Jane Claire SmithJane Claire Smith
Substitute Teacher at Cobb County School SystemSubstitute Teacher at Cobb County School System
Natasha SandersNatasha Sanders
11th Grade English Teacher at Talladega City Schools11th Grade English Teacher at Talladega City Schools