Fekearia Beal
Canton,Mississippi
Summary
Insightful Instructional Specialist eager to leverage a skill for catering to varied learning modalities through innovative training tools. Well-versed in common core standards and requirements illustrated 9 years of experience in the academic landscape.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Specialist
McNeal Elementary School CPSD
08.2023 - Current
- Evaluated instructional materials for quality and relevance, recommending changes as needed to improve student achievement.
- Coached teachers on effective classroom management strategies, fostering a positive learning environment for all students.
- Developed distance learning tools and curriculum and supported faculty with implementation.
- Assisted in development and adjustment of IEPs.
- Organized professional development workshops for educators, focusing on best practices in instruction and assessment.
- Managed special projects aimed at enhancing instructional quality throughout the school community.
- Assisted in the analysis of school-wide assessment data, informing programmatic decisions aimed at improving overall performance.
Interventionist
McNeal Elementary School CPSD
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Implemented MTSS as designed
- Ensured student information and interventions are documented on a consistent basis
- Actively participated in professional learning communities focused on literacy instruction, sharing best practices and staying current with evolving educational trends.
- Determined targets and goals: k-1, k-5, 3-5, or Bottom Percentile.
- Effectively monitored and documented interventions and student progress.
- Supported the development of phonemic awareness and decoding skills through targeted activities, promoting fluent reading in struggling learners.
- Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
- Built strong relationships with parents, establishing open communication lines and sharing resources to reinforce at-home practice of learned skills.
5th Grade ELA Teacher
McNeal Elementary School CPSD
08.2017 - 05.2021
- Helped students improve their reading, writing and communication skills
- Planned lessons using ELA content, resources, and MDE scaffolding document
- Monitored student progress through assignments and assessment
- Implemented curriculum to support student success on standardized tests
- Provided direct instruction to students using engagement, differentiation, and creative strategies
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Supervised management and school policy development and implementation.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
2nd Grade Teacher
McNeal Elementary School CPSD
12.2016 - 05.2017
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
Teacher Assistant
McNeal Elementary School CPSD
08.2015 - 12.2016
- Worked with primary teacher to manage the classroom
- Promoted a positive learning environment by effectively managing classroom behavior and addressing individual needs.
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials, ensuring alignment with curriculum objectives.
- Implemented daily lesson plans under supervision of primary teacher
- Responded to student needs and questions promptly.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
Student Teacher
McNeal Elementary School CPSD
12.2014 - 05.2015
- Utilized a variety of teaching materials and strategies in order to determine those which are most appropriate
- Participated in the evaluation and documentation of student progress and attendance
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
Education
Specialist of Educational Administration and Supervision - Educational Leadership
Jackson State University
Jackson MS12.2021
Master of Science in Reading Education - Reading Education
Jackson State University
Jackson12.2019
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education K-6 - Education
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS06.2011
Skills
- Organized
- Create positive working relationships
- Goal driven
- Classroom Management
- Instructional Leadership
- Instructional Coaching
- Student Engagement
- Curriculum Alignment
Additional Responsibilities
- STC- Site test coordinator
- MTSS Site coordinator
Professional Developments
- Classroom Management- participant
- Adolescent Literacy Project- participant
- Innovative Schools-Participant
- ELA Planning- participant
- Differentiation Lessons- participant
- Close Reading- participant
- Close Reading- Host
- Writing- participant
- Writing- host
- Math Talks-participant
Personal Information
Title: Instructional Specialist
Timeline
Instructional Specialist
McNeal Elementary School CPSD
08.2023 - Current
Interventionist
McNeal Elementary School CPSD
08.2021 - 06.2023
5th Grade ELA Teacher
McNeal Elementary School CPSD
08.2017 - 05.2021
2nd Grade Teacher
McNeal Elementary School CPSD
12.2016 - 05.2017
Teacher Assistant
McNeal Elementary School CPSD
08.2015 - 12.2016
Student Teacher
McNeal Elementary School CPSD
12.2014 - 05.2015
Specialist of Educational Administration and Supervision - Educational Leadership
Jackson State University
Master of Science in Reading Education - Reading Education
Jackson State University
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education K-6 - Education
Jackson State University
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