Holly Elmore
Bowling Green,KY
Summary
Accomplished educator with a proven track record at Butler County Board of Education, adept in empowering teams and fostering academic excellence. Leveraged teamwork, collaboration, and innovative curriculum design to significantly enhance student writing skills. Excelled in coaching, mentoring, and employing problem-solving strategies to elevate educational outcomes.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
8th Grade Team Leader, ELA Teacher
Butler County Board Of Education
08.2011 - 05.2022
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Facilitated decision-making processes within group through open dialogue and consensus-building techniques.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
Secondary English Teacher, On-Demand Writing Spec
Butler County Board Of Education
08.2007 - 05.2011
- Managed classroom behavior effectively through proactive strategies such as setting clear expectations and consequences for misconduct while also reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or tutoring sessions to further engage students in the subject matter outside of regular class time.
- Utilized various assessment tools to track student progress and adapt teaching methods accordingly, resulting in improved performance.
- Created professional trainings on best teaching practices for reading & writing across the curriculum.
- Designed Department Curriculum to enhance on-demand writing skills.
8th Grade ELA Teacher
Butler County Board of Education
07.1994 - 07.2007
- Led and participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in ELA education and curriculum trends.
- Developed critical thinking skills through the use of analytical writing assignments and group projects.
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
- Evaluated student performance using formative and summative assessments to adjust instruction as needed for optimal results.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives focused on improving overall academic achievement and promoting a culture of excellence among students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by addressing individual student needs and fostering collaboration among peers.
- Designed creative lesson materials that captured students'' interest while supporting mastery of key concepts related to grammar, vocabulary, and literary analysis.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, utilizing proactive strategies to maintain a productive learning atmosphere.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, sharing expertise and guidance for successful classroom management and instructional techniques.
- Integrated Smartboard and other instructional technologies into classroom.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY08-2000
No Degree - Secondary Education For Grades 7-12, English & Gov
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY05-1994
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government, English
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY05-1990
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- People Management
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Leading Team Meetings
Timeline
8th Grade Team Leader, ELA Teacher
Butler County Board Of Education
08.2011 - 05.2022
Secondary English Teacher, On-Demand Writing Spec
Butler County Board Of Education
08.2007 - 05.2011
8th Grade ELA Teacher
Butler County Board of Education
07.1994 - 07.2007
Master of Science - Education
Western Kentucky University
No Degree - Secondary Education For Grades 7-12, English & Gov
Western Kentucky University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government, English
Western Kentucky University
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