Fallon Griffy
Greenville,SC
Summary
Accomplished educator with a track record of fostering student growth. Specializes in differentiated lesson plans and creating a nurturing educational environment. Demonstrates leadership and empathy, significantly enhancing classroom dynamics and student learning experiences. Promotes an environment that supports multicultural education and inclusivity, and consistently contributing to a positive school community.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lower Elementary Montessori Teacher
Newberry County School District
Boundary Street Elementary School
08.2018 - Current
- Assessed students in accordance with school guidelines, examined assessment data and refined learning plans to differentiate instruction for each student.
- Developed and implemented individualized learning plans, small group lesson plans and classroom activities consistent with instructional guidelines.
- Provided nurturing and stimulating educational environment for all of my students.
- Contributed positively to school community and fully supported school mission and goals.
- Communicated with parents regularly to foster an open and caring environment.
- Prepared students to be successful in standardized testing by teaching grade level appropriate test taking skills and strategies to help them to be confident.
Elementary School Teacher
Lexington 4 School District
Frances Mack Intermediate School
08.2015 - 06.2018
- My teaching career started in a 5th grade traditional classroom my first year. The next two years, I taught 5th and 6th grade Montessori while completing my Montessori certification.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Education
M.D. - Instructional Technology
Lander University
Greenwood, SC12-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC05-2015
Skills
- Differentiated lesson plans
- Classroom organization
- Multicultural education
- Leadership
- Empathy and compassion
- Communication
Certification
- Montessori Teaching Credential- 2018
- Distinguished Literacy Teacher of the Year- 2022
- National Board Certified- 2023
- Teacher of the Year 2024-2025
Timeline
Lower Elementary Montessori Teacher
Newberry County School District
08.2018 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Lexington 4 School District
08.2015 - 06.2018
M.D. - Instructional Technology
Lander University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of South Carolina