George C Larry
Memphis,Tennessee
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Memphis-Shelby County Schools, adept at differentiated instruction and fostering student engagement. Leveraged data analysis to enhance assessment strategies, while promoting a collaborative teaching environment. Committed to professional development and effective parent communication, ensuring all students thrive in a supportive classroom atmosphere.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Classroom Teacher
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
08.2012 - 06.2024
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Harris-Stowe State University
St Louis, MO12-1982
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Assessment strategies
- Technology integration
- Student engagement
- Collaborative teaching
- Data analysis
- Behavior management
- Parent communication
- Conflict resolution
- Professional development
- Critical thinking
Certification
- Mathematics, 7-12
- Elementary K-8
Work Availability
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Accomplishments
- Student Motivation - Developed materials for after-school book club to motivate student to read classic novels and increase literacy among middle school students.
- Dynamic Teaching Techniques - Instructed students in academic subjects using variety of techniques such as phonetics, multisensory learning and repetition to reinforce learning.
- Targeted Development - Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.
Timeline
Classroom Teacher
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
08.2012 - 06.2024
- Mathematics, 7-12
- Elementary K-8
Bachelor of Science - Education
Harris-Stowe State University
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