Ginney Stokes
Lansing
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. 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.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Music Teacher/Interventionist/Coordinator
Lansing School District
07.2021 - 06.2024
- Presented engaging materials to staff students to meet Michigan Music standards to expand their skills
- Created professional development to assist teachers in creating a positive environment while promoting discipline
- Coached beginning teachers to improve their teaching craft.
- Organized successful concerts and recitals, showcasing students'' talents and hard work.
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
Everett New Tech Focus Teacher/CRPBIS Facilitator
Everett High School Lansing School District
07.2018 - 07.2021
- Presented engaging materials to assist staff to expand their skills
- Created professional development and a handbook to coordinate goals to increase production
- Modeled effective classroom behavior by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Participated with staff on using a LMS system with students.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Instructional Coach/CRPBIS Coordinator
Lansing School District
02.2015 - 06.2017
- Championed a growth mindset among staff by promoting reflective practices and encouraging educators to take risks in their instruction.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by collaborating with administrators, staff, and parents on various initiatives.
- Created customized professional development workshops tailored to address specific challenges identified within each department or grade level team.
- Promoted continuous improvement in teaching practices by leading professional learning communities focused on best practices and research-based strategies.
- Supported data-driven instruction by assisting teachers with analyzing assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
- Improved instructional strategies for diverse learners by conducting classroom observations and providing constructive feedback to teachers.
Teacher/Teacher Educator
Lansing School District
09.1991 - 02.2015
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Mentor of MSU Interns and beginning teachers.
Education
Master's in Education in Teacher Leadership -
American College of Education
07.2017
Bachelor’s of Science in Elementary Education -
Eastern Michigan University
05.1991
Skills
- Presenter/Facilitator and Creator of Engaging Training
- Team Collaboration
- Clear Communication Skills Using Microsoft word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and LMS of Google
- Creative Problem Solver
- Analytical Decision Maker
- Adaptability for New Situations
- Life Long Learner
- Motivational Leader
- Strategic Visionary
- Developer of Positive Climate and Culture with Staff
- Motivating students
- Lesson Planning
- Critical Thinking
- Classroom Management
- Student Engagement
Timeline
Music Teacher/Interventionist/Coordinator
Lansing School District
07.2021 - 06.2024
Everett New Tech Focus Teacher/CRPBIS Facilitator
Everett High School Lansing School District
07.2018 - 07.2021
Instructional Coach/CRPBIS Coordinator
Lansing School District
02.2015 - 06.2017
Teacher/Teacher Educator
Lansing School District
09.1991 - 02.2015
Master's in Education in Teacher Leadership -
American College of Education
Bachelor’s of Science in Elementary Education -
Eastern Michigan University
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