Collaborative professional educator with expertise in serving diverse populations including English learners and students with disabilities, focused on creating equity for all learners. Growth-minded and committed to being a lifelong learner and teacher.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Network Lead ESL Teacher
Journey Community Schools East Academy (Formerly Aspire Public Schools)
07.2016 - Current
Facilitated small group instruction to enhance student learning
Monitored student progress and maintained educational records
Facilitated the creation and implementation of ILPs
Collaborated with various school teams to organize/facilitate school activities and clubs
Worked with leadership in special populations to facilitate summer learning for ESL teachers, identify and purchase supplemental curriculum for the ESL department, facilitated monthly meetings, and acted as an advisor for ESL teachers within the network.
Mentor Teacher (2021-22)
Summer School Assistant Site Coordinator (2023)
TCAP Tutoring Coordinator (2024)
Special Education Teacher
Green Dot Public Schools Tennessee
07.2015 - 06.2016
Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs
Designed and implemented behavior management plans for students with challenging behaviors
Co-taught and offered small group instruction in core subject areas for students with IEPs
Academic Recovery Teacher
Pathways In Education Tennessee
12.2013 - 06.2015
Designed and implemented instructional programs and support services, allowing students to progress with IEPs
Kept accurate reports, records and files on individual students
Provided subject-specific tutorial support to students
Education
Master Of Arts (M.A.) In Instructional Leadership -
The University Of Tennessee
Nashville, TN
06.2023
Master Of Arts (M.A.) In Special Education -
The University Of Memphis
Memphis, TN
12.2011
Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.) In Sociology -
The University Of Memphis
Memphis, TN
05.2005
Skills
ILP and IEP Management
Classroom Management
Lesson Planning & Instruction
Remote Instruction
Professional Development
Accomplishments
Nominated for Teacher of the Month 3 times for Resillience
Certification
TN Professional Educator - 000505426
References
References available upon request
Affiliations
Tennessee Teachers of English To Speakers of Other Languages
Diverse Learners Cooperative Teacher Leader Fellow (2021-2022)
Timeline
Network Lead ESL Teacher
Journey Community Schools East Academy (Formerly Aspire Public Schools)
07.2016 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Green Dot Public Schools Tennessee
07.2015 - 06.2016
Academic Recovery Teacher
Pathways In Education Tennessee
12.2013 - 06.2015
Master Of Arts (M.A.) In Instructional Leadership -
The University Of Tennessee
Master Of Arts (M.A.) In Special Education -
The University Of Memphis
Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.) In Sociology -
The University Of Memphis
TN Professional Educator - 000505426
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