Gregory McAlpin
VIRGINIA BEACH,VA
Summary
Dynamic math teacher and department chair with over 30 years of experience in fostering positive learning environments. Expertise in differentiated instruction and professional development, leading to improved student performance and enhanced collaboration among educators.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Math Teacher/ Department Chair
Norfolk Public Schools: SECEP
Virginia Beach, VA
08.1993 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging math curricula aligned with state standards.
- Facilitated differentiated instruction to meet diverse student learning needs.
- Utilized data-driven assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional strategies.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to enhance interdisciplinary learning opportunities.
- Led professional development workshops on effective math teaching practices for colleagues.
- Integrated technology into lessons to increase student engagement and understanding of mathematical concepts.
- Established positive relationships with students and families to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Adapted teaching style to accommodate diverse learning needs, resulting in improved academic performance for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting a deeper understanding of mathematical connections across subjects.
- Implemented data-driven instruction by analyzing student performance data to inform lesson planning and differentiation strategies.
- Enhanced students'' understanding of complex mathematical concepts by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lessons.
- Adjusted teaching strategies to meet diverse requirements of individualized support plans.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, fostering a supportive home-school partnership.
- Served as a mentor teacher for new educators, providing guidance and support to help them navigate their first years in the profession successfully.
- Mentored students on individual basis to help develop math skills.
- Recognized for excellence in teaching by receiving the Teacher of the Year Award from both colleagues and administration due to consistent high levels of student achievement in mathematics classes.
ELA Teacher
Jeju English Island Camp
Jeju Island, South Korea
07.2008 - 08.2008
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of English language arts concepts.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student participation and collaboration.
- Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods, tailoring feedback for improvement.
Education
Master of Science - Math Specialist
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA05-2018
Skills
- Tailoring to diverse learning styles
- Coordinating group and individual learning
- Encouragement strategies
- Student assessment evaluations
- Instructional design
- Personalized instruction
Accomplishments
SECEP Elementary School Teacher of the Year 2011-2012
SECEP Overall Teacher of the Year 2011-2012
SECEP Elementary School Teacher of the Year 2017-2018
Affiliations
National Council for Teachers of Mathematics
Virginia Council for Teachers of Mathematics
Timeline
ELA Teacher
Jeju English Island Camp
07.2008 - 08.2008
Math Teacher/ Department Chair
Norfolk Public Schools: SECEP
08.1993 - Current
Master of Science - Math Specialist
Old Dominion University