Gabrielle Ratliff
Hiram,GA
Summary
Distinguished 7th Grade Math Teacher from Garrett Middle School, adept in employing project-based learning and data-driven decision-making to significantly enhance student achievement. Excelled in fostering team building among educators, leading to innovative cross-curricular projects. Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving abilities and a commitment to continuous professional development, markedly improving classroom engagement and performance metrics.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
7th Grade Math Teacher
Garrett Middle School
07.2019 - Current
- Developed innovative assessment tools to accurately gauge student progress and identify areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop cross-curricular projects that connected math concepts to real-world applications.
- Continuously updated personal teaching practices by attending professional development workshops and staying informed on current educational research trends in mathematics education.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at increasing overall student achievement in mathematics by participating in committees and sharing expertise with fellow educators.
- Assisted struggling students through targeted intervention strategies, improving overall class performance on assessments.
- Boosted student confidence through constructive feedback and individualized attention during one-on-one conferences.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on curriculum planning and best practices for effective instruction in a 7th-grade math setting.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to create a supportive learning environment.
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents through regular progress reports and parent-teacher conferences, ensuring their involvement in their child''s academic journey.
- Promoted a positive classroom atmosphere by implementing effective classroom management strategies and enforcing clear expectations for behavior and work ethic.
7th Grade Math Teacher
Western Guilford Middle School
08.2010 - 06.2018
- Assisted struggling students through targeted intervention strategies, improving overall class performance on assessments.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to cater to diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to create a supportive learning environment.
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents through regular progress reports and parent-teacher conferences, ensuring their involvement in their child''s academic journey.
- Promoted a positive classroom atmosphere by implementing effective classroom management strategies and enforcing clear expectations for behavior and work ethic.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop cross-curricular projects that connected math concepts to real-world applications.
- Continuously updated personal teaching practices by attending professional development workshops and staying informed on current educational research trends in mathematics education.
Team Lead Sales Associate
Target
01.2008 - 06.2008
- Established a culture of continuous learning by encouraging feedback from peers on ways to improve personal selling skills or overall team dynamics.
- Delivered consistent results by setting clear expectations and holding team members accountable for meeting or exceeding targets.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction rates by providing exceptional service and addressing customer concerns promptly.
- Monitored individual and team performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions accordingly.
- Drove increased customer retention by consistently following up on completed sales and ensuring client satisfaction.
Education
Educational Specialist - Instructional Technology
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA12-2024
Master of Arts - Teaching
National University
La Jolla, CA03-2013
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Greensboro, NC12-2007
High School Diploma -
Willingboro High School
Willingboro, NJ06-2002
Skills
- Teaching strategies
- Project-based learning
- Feedback provision
- Online learning
- Data-driven decision-making
- IEP support
- Mathematics lesson planning
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Instructional planning
- Student Engagement
- Team building
Accomplishments
2010-2011 Rookie Teacher of the Year Western Guilford Middle School
2023-2024 Teacher of the Year Garrett Middle School
Timeline
7th Grade Math Teacher
Garrett Middle School
07.2019 - Current
7th Grade Math Teacher
Western Guilford Middle School
08.2010 - 06.2018
Team Lead Sales Associate
Target
01.2008 - 06.2008
Educational Specialist - Instructional Technology
University of West Georgia
Master of Arts - Teaching
National University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
High School Diploma -
Willingboro High School
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