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Golfing and bowling.
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Bernell Jones

Memphis,TN

Summary

Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments, including using MS Suite of Programs. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies. Strong knowledge and theory integration capability. Effective communicator.


Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Shelby County Schools
09.2003 - Current
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering supportive learning environment.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
  • Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students'' learning experiences outside traditional classroom setting.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
  • Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

Education

Educational Specialist - Education Administration

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
05.2013

Master of Science - Education Administration

Christian Brothers University
Memphis, TN
06.2007

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

National University
San Diego, CA
06.2002

Skills

  • Student Motivation and Engagement
  • Parent Communication
  • Inquiry-based learning
  • Online Teaching
  • Serving Diverse Communities
  • Innovative lesson planning
  • Classroom Technology
  • TN Teaching License
  • Classroom Technology Implementation
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Public Speaking

Accomplishments

  • Technology Integration - Participated in technology training courses and trained colleagues in new technology concepts and practices applicable for the classroom.
  • Curriculum Design - Designed, developed and implemented daily lessons for 135 students.
  • Data Organization - Organized scores of over 135 students into online database for parents' immediate access.
  • Curriculum Development - Tailored educational curriculum to students with range of learning styles, disabilities, strengths and weaknesses. Developed innovative semester lesson plans and practical application exercises for classroom, reversing scores on Math TCAP from 60% average to 85% average.
  • Student Involvement - Volunteered as faculty member representative for Debate Club, supervising weekly after school meetings and attending bi-weekly weekend Debate competitions.
  • Won “Teacher of the Year” award at White Station Middle School in 2018.
  • Won “Teacher of the Month” award at White Station Middle School in 2015.
  • Won “Teacher of the Week” award at White Station Middle School in 2013.

Golfing and bowling.

  • Avid Golfer, coached golfing for 5 years.
  • Avid Bowler, bowled in several local bowling leagues.
  • Coached bowling for 3 years.
  • Coached basketball for 2 years.
  • Coached volleyball for 2 years.

Timeline

Teacher

Shelby County Schools
09.2003 - Current

Educational Specialist - Education Administration

Liberty University

Master of Science - Education Administration

Christian Brothers University

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

National University

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