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Gwenyth Gresham

Statesboro,GA

Summary

With a proven track record at Houston County Board of Education, I excel in fostering student engagement and implementing differentiated instruction. My expertise in classroom management and critical thinking has significantly enhanced educational outcomes, demonstrating my ability to meet diverse learning needs and drive academic success.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

Houston County Board Of Education
08.1989 - 08.2014
  • 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.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
  • Guided students through college application process, increasing number of students accepted into their first-choice institutions.
  • Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
  • Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
  • Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
  • Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.

Teacher

East Baton Rouge Parish School System
08.1981 - 06.1989
  • 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.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.

Coordinator of Program for Intellectual Disability

Heartland Area II
08.1979 - 06.1981
  • Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
  • Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
  • Collaborated with department heads to develop strategic plans aligning with overall company objectives, fostering a unified approach toward shared goals.
  • Facilitated cross-departmental workshops to identify process improvements, leading to more efficient workflow and reduced bottlenecks.

Teacher

Richland County School District II
08.1975 - 06.1979
  • 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.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
  • Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
  • Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
  • Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
  • Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
  • Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.

Education

Master Of Education - Special Education

University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC
06.1977

Bachelor Of Applied Science - Elementary Education

University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC
12.1975

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Lesson Planning
  • Motivating students
  • Student Engagement
  • Behavior Management
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Positive Role Model and Mentor
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Collaborative learning
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Student assessment
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Learning Strategies
  • Innovative lesson planning
  • Curriculum Development
  • Technology Integration
  • Social-Emotional Learning training
  • Student needs assessment
  • Performance Assessments
  • Community involvement
  • Testing and grading
  • Elementary Education
  • Student Records Management
  • Alternative Learning Methods
  • Special Needs Students
  • Instructional Methods
  • Subject matter expertise
  • Literacy development
  • Program Development
  • Special Education
  • Serving Diverse Communities
  • Assigning and Grading Work
  • Group Learning Mechanics
  • State teaching credential
  • Curriculum compliance with State
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution training
  • Problem-Solving
  • Team Collaboration
  • Positive Learning Environment
  • Relationship Building
  • Interpersonal and Social Skills
  • Student Motivation and Engagement
  • Parent Communication
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Student Support
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Team Teaching and Collaboration
  • Schedule Management
  • Co-Teaching and Co-Planning
  • Social Development
  • Behavior Modification Techniques
  • Creative Instruction Style
  • Audio-Visual Aids
  • Core Curriculum and Standards
  • Nonviolent Crisis Intervention

Accomplishments

Teacher support specialist

Supervisor of Student Teachers

Teacher Mentoring Program

Director of summer camp for disabilities

Special Olympics trainer

Hospital home bound teacher

Supervised community jobs

Teacher of the year for two different schools

Runner up county teacher of the year

My teacher is tops recipient

Teacher recruiter team

Teacher of the first self contained classroom serving intellectually disabled students for Richland County School District II

Certification

Teacher Support Specialist

SP ED Adapted curriculum (P-12)

SP ED general curriculum (P-12)

SP ED language arts (P-5, 4-8, 6-12)

SP ED math (P-5, 4-8)

SP ED reading (P-5)

SP ED science (P-5,4-8)

SP ED social science (P-5,4-8,6-12)

Timeline

Teacher

Houston County Board Of Education
08.1989 - 08.2014

Teacher

East Baton Rouge Parish School System
08.1981 - 06.1989

Coordinator of Program for Intellectual Disability

Heartland Area II
08.1979 - 06.1981

Teacher

Richland County School District II
08.1975 - 06.1979

Master Of Education - Special Education

University of South Carolina

Bachelor Of Applied Science - Elementary Education

University of South Carolina

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