Giovanna Owens
Columbus,GA
Summary
High-energy Lead Teacher focused on improving teaching strategies and student understanding of material. Eager to help struggling students excel. Skilled at turning behavioral issues around into productive and happy pupils. Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Foundation Academy
04.2022 - Current
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Lead Teacher
Guiding Lights Early Learning Center
02.2021 - 04.2022
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units of study, fostering a deeper understanding of content across subject areas.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
Line Assembler
Hello Fresh
01.2019 - 02.2021
- Developed expertise in multiple product lines to increase versatility within the organization and provide support where needed.
- Promoted an efficient and positive work atmosphere by actively participating in team meetings, offering suggestions for improvement, and supporting fellow line assemblers during peak workload periods.
- Ensured product quality through thorough inspection of assembled items before moving them to the next stage in the process.
- Increased productivity by quickly identifying issues in the assembly process and making necessary adjustments or repairs.
Education
Early Childhood Education
Columbus Technical College
Columbus, GAHigh School Diploma -
Waverly Hall Christian Academy
Waverly Hall, United States05.2020
Skills
- Behavior Modeling
- Student Records Manageme
- Student Records Managemen
- Activity Planning
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Safety awareness
- Child Development
- Teacher Training
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Classroom Instruction
- Behavior Management
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Parent Communication
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Foundation Academy
04.2022 - Current
Lead Teacher
Guiding Lights Early Learning Center
02.2021 - 04.2022
Line Assembler
Hello Fresh
01.2019 - 02.2021
Early Childhood Education
Columbus Technical College
High School Diploma -
Waverly Hall Christian Academy
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