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Hodricka Burnett

Greenville

Summary

Professional educator prepared for this role with strong track record in fostering student engagement and critical thinking. Experience in curriculum development, classroom management, and diverse instructional strategies. Collaborative team player, adaptable to changing educational needs, and focused on achieving measurable results. Skilled in integrating technology, promoting positive learning environment, and building constructive relationships with students and colleagues.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Secondary Social Studies Teacher

Greenville Public School District
08.2025 - Current
  • Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
  • Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
  • Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
  • Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to keep parents informed of student progress.
  • Researched latest teaching techniques and incorporated into lesson delivery to improve concept acquisition.
  • Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
  • Improved student comprehension by incorporating a variety of instructional strategies, differentiating instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
  • Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.

Educator

Hollandale School District
07.2020 - 07.2025
  • Facilitate group discussions and activities to promote critical thinking skills.
  • Develop and create stimulating lessons to motivate student curiosity to learn.
  • Counsel students on academic, social, and emotional issues.
  • Identify weaknesses and strengths to create strategic plans to work on areas needing improvement.
  • Enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
  • Adapt processes and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Assess student learning and provided ongoing formative feedback for growth.
  • Collaborate with peers to enhance work environment and support instructional planning.

21st Century After-School Program Science/Technology Specialist

Hollandale School District
02.2024 - 06.2025
  • Demonstrate the ability to model, deliver, and craft rich student-centered learning experiences around Science and Technology.
  • Demonstrate the ability to create and implement strategies for weaving STEAM experiences into multi-disciplinary curricula from grades 9th through 12th.
  • Work in partnership with teachers and staff, modeling consistent effective teaching with technology, engagement, lesson plan design, use of technology, STEAM and online tools.
  • Demonstrate fundamental knowledge of the connection between technology, computer science, and other fields of study.
  • Understand and be able to design, develop, assess, and manage STEAM learning experiences.

Teach Plus Policy Fellow

Teach Plus
06.2023 - 07.2024
  • Improve laws and policies at the school, district, and state levels.
  • Explore policies and how they are created.
  • Build relationships with key stakeholders(poli for policy change and improvement.
  • Develop surveys and assessments to establish data.
  • Evaluate data to support change for policies.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of existing policies using data-driven methodologies to recommend evidence-based improvements.

Merchandise Associate

TJ Maxx
10.2019 - 08.2020
  • Placed price and descriptive signs on backdrops, fixtures, and merchandise on the floor.
  • Drove customer service through the integrity of merchandising and accuracy of store pricing and signage.
  • Examined stock, verifying conformance to quality standards.
  • Developed visual merchandising strategies to optimize product displays and increase sales.
  • Provided efficient and courteous service to customers.
  • Performed opening and closing procedures, such as counting cash register, restocking, and cleaning.
  • Operated cash register and accurately processed payments, returns, and exchanges.

Team Member

Burger King
09.2017 - 04.2019
  • Trained new employees regarding company policies and food preparation procedures.
  • Communicated effectively with customers, supervisors, and team members.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, including store cleaning and restocking.
  • Counted money in cash drawers and communicated correct amounts to supervisors for reports.
  • Greeted and accommodated guests, building positive experience from first interaction.
  • Memorized menu to help diners make informed meal choices.

Education

Master of Science - Health Administration

Capella University
Minneapolis, MS
12.2021

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS
05.2019

Skills

  • Communication
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Volunteer Management
  • Behavior Management
  • Planning
  • Educational Evaluation
  • Peer Mentoring
  • Social Development
  • Data Analysis
  • Time Management
  • Research
  • Adaptability
  • Microsoft Office
  • Project-based learning
  • Collaborative learning
  • Proficient in Microsoft and Google

Accomplishments

  • Encora Alpha Fellowship November 2023
  • -Practiced strategies being introduced by a new learning model
  • -Provided reflections/success of educational practices and resources
  • -Develop strategies and practices for educators to be imputed into learning model

Affiliations

Teach for America Greater Delta Corps Member 2020

Certification

  • State of Mississippi Teacher License October 2020
  • Endorsements
  • General Sciences (7-12)
  • Social Studies (7-12)
  • Psychology

Timeline

Secondary Social Studies Teacher

Greenville Public School District
08.2025 - Current

21st Century After-School Program Science/Technology Specialist

Hollandale School District
02.2024 - 06.2025

Teach Plus Policy Fellow

Teach Plus
06.2023 - 07.2024

Educator

Hollandale School District
07.2020 - 07.2025

Merchandise Associate

TJ Maxx
10.2019 - 08.2020

Team Member

Burger King
09.2017 - 04.2019

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Mississippi State University

Master of Science - Health Administration

Capella University

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