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Glenda Stuart

Ivanhoe,VA

Summary

Accomplished Teacher successful in classroom management, student evaluations, and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development. Passionate about sharing my expertise and experience with new and upcoming educators.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Wythe County Public Schools
01.2009 - Current
  • Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into the classroom.
  • Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet state standards.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Taught targeted interventions to individuals and small groups of students using research-based strategies and resources.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
  • Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
  • Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
  • Developed and administered tests and writing assignments for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding of course material.
  • Registered student progress and attendance on a database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Advised and counseled students to help them develop the skills and knowledge required to succeed.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.

Education

Master of Science - Elementary Education

Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
12.2008

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
12.2007

Skills

  • Elementary Education
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Positive Role Model and Mentor to New and Upcoming Educators
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Instructional Best Practices
  • Critical Thinking
  • Student Assessment
  • Technology Integration
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Whole Group Instruction
  • Tutoring
  • Classroom Management
  • Student Motivation and Engagement
  • Faculty Collaboration
  • Parent and Student Communication

Additional Information

Attended Old Dominion University in the Fall of 2014 and Spring of 2015. Received a Reading Recovery Certificate. This training helped to target first graders who were struggling with Reading.

Timeline

Teacher

Wythe County Public Schools
01.2009 - Current

Master of Science - Elementary Education

Old Dominion University

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

Old Dominion University
Glenda Stuart