HEATHER GIBSON LABARBARA
Nicholasville,KY
Summary
Nationally recognized and award winning public school teacher with a MA in Secondary Education - English Grades 6 - 12 and a Rank I in Special Education, seeking to use my virtual teaching skills to transition to a virtual educator position with Edmentum. Respected within educational field and a proven track record of providing oversight and effective leadership to complex projects with a special acumen for teaching, virtual teaching, training, management, leadership, and collaboration. Known for creating a positive learning environment through strong interpersonal skills and creative teaching. I am ready to blend professional and personal experiences to make a positive difference within Edmentum.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
State Of Kentucky
05.2022 - Current
- Administered preliminary and comprehensive vocational assessments.
- Promoted development of interviewing, resume writing and etiquette skills.
- Assisted individuals with addressing disabilities and developing career plans.
Pre - Employment Transitions Specialist
Bluegrass Community Technical College
01.2019 - 08.2021
- Virtual Teaching Position
- Through BCTC, worked with public schools in Lexington area to help students with disabilities plan for the future and prepare for careers that matched their skills, abilities, and interests.
- Students learned about the following: education planning, career exploration, work accomodations, job search skill building, and work - based experiences.
Secondary English Teacher
Jessamine County Schools
08.2007 - 07.2017
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
Education
Master of Arts - Rank I - Special Education
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KYMaster of Arts - Secondary Education - English
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KYBachelor of Arts - Secondary Education - English
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KYSkills
- Effective communicator who relates well to diverse groups of people at all levels within an organization
- Respected team - builder and leader adept at managing the overall project while effectively delegating, providing support and promoting a cohesive team environment
- Relates well to diverse groups of people with an ability to quickly engender trust and confidence
- Gifted collaborator who is respected for the ability to establish strong working relationships with all the internal and external stakeholders
Accomplishments
- 2016 Horace Mann Award for Teaching Excellence - Top Five Teachers in the United States
- 2016 Kentucky Education Association Award for Teaching Excellence
- 2009 West Jessamine Middle School Teacher of the Year
- 2016 Kentucky Education Association Award for Teaching Excellence
- 2008 U.S. - Japan Leadership Program - Fellow
- 2007 East Jessamine Middle School Teacher of the Year
Certification
Kentucky Certified Rank I in Secondary Education - English Teacher, Grades 6-12
Timeline
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
State Of Kentucky
05.2022 - Current
Pre - Employment Transitions Specialist
Bluegrass Community Technical College
01.2019 - 08.2021
Secondary English Teacher
Jessamine County Schools
08.2007 - 07.2017
Master of Arts - Rank I - Special Education
Eastern Kentucky University
Master of Arts - Secondary Education - English
Eastern Kentucky University
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education - English
University of Kentucky
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