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Jamel Y. Carter

Lexington Park,MD

Summary

Passionate Educator dedicated to creating, implementing and assessing instruction to meet the needs of students. Design and plan daily unit lessons and motivate and manage classes of up to 30 students. Energetic and hardworking individual with excellent communication and organizational abilities. Exceptional ability to build positive rapport, inspire trust and guide teams toward achievement of organizational goals.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Adjunct Professor - English

Prince George's Community College
01.2020 - Current

Prepare students for college level courses
Incorporate strategies to improve vocabulary, reading
comprehension, and effective written communication.
Motivate and mentor students during their academic challenges
Created innovative learning experiences
Schedule meeting with students to ensure success

Reading Specialist

Horizons Greater Washington
05.2023 - 08.2023

Meet with Site Director as needed to accomplish goals and/or problem solve as issues occur
Provide individual or small group resource remediation and/or enrichment for students in reading, writing, and math (K-8)
Conduct classroom observations to identify faculty in need of additional supports around curriculum planning, delivery, and assessment
Assist teachers in understanding the unique needs of the students using available student data, including data related to school-year performance
Act as a consultant for faculty on matters of: curriculum development and implementation; class
content; and curriculum change implementation
Provide information and guidance regarding a range of effective and innovative reading, writing,
and math practices through various activities such as individual discussions (informal and
formal), coaching sessions, demonstration lessons with pre- and post- discussion/analysis, and
study groups
Coordinate and administer pre- and post-program assessment of student progress using the STAR Reading Suite
Train volunteers, Program Support Staff, and Assistant Teachers to work with students as reading tutors

Lead Teacher

Horizons Greater Washington
05.2022 - 08.2022

Engaged students in daily lessons that promote active, student-centered learning in math, social studies, or reading
Counseled children when social, academic, or adjustments concerns arise
Managed assessment data to inform decision making and improve instruction
Establish and maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning
Implemented standard-based data structures for 35 students
Created innovative learning experiences
Developed data reports for Site and Regional Directors

Lead Teacher

Horizons Greater Washington
05.2021 - 08.2021

Engaged students in daily lessons that promote active, student-centered learning in math, social studies, or reading Counseled children when social, academic, or adjustments concerns arise Managed assessment data to inform decision making and improve instruction Establish and maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning Implemented standard-based data structures for 35 students Created innovative learning experiences Developed data reports for Site and Regional Directors

Lead Teacher

Horizons Greater Washington
06.2020 - 08.2020

Facilitate activities that engaged students in daily lessons that promote active, student-centered learning in reading and writing

Counseled children when social, academic, or adjustments concerns arise

Managed assessment data to inform decision making and improve instruction

Establish and maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning

Implemented standard-based data structures for 35 students

Created innovative learning experiences

Developed data reports for Site and Regional Directors

Home & Hospital Teacher

Prince Georges County Public School System
11.2019 - 05.2020

Assist students who are not able to attend school with learning
Create strategies for the students to learn in the midst of physical and
mental challenges

Communicated with teachers and guidance counselors to ensure success for the student

Read 180 Instructor

Gateway Boarding Academy
11.2018 - 06.2020

Created language arts lesson plans for students to meet learning needs

Authored tests and quizzes designed to evaluate student learning, comprehension, recall and synthesis of information

Implemented special and interactive teaching approaches for students who struggle academically

Evaluated academic performance and social relationships to identify and help students

Monitored and evaluated student progress, recorded scores and revised plans for re-teaching of subject matter where necessary to accomplish higher learning

Lead Teacher

Horizons Greater Washington
06.2019 - 08.2019

Facilitate activities that engaged students in daily lessons that promote active, student-centered learning in reading and writing

Counseled children when social, academic, or adjustments concerns arise

Managed assessment data to inform decision making and improve instruction

Establish and maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning

Lead Teacher/Advisor/English Department Chairperson

National Christian Academy
08.2015 - 05.2019

Created a comprehensive English curriculum to ensure improving scores for SATs.
Created, Modeled, and demonstrated engaging lesson plans using the multiple intelligences
Established trusting relationships with students and implemented classroom management strategies to foster motivation for success in the classroom
Managed delivery of planning, instruction, and assessment materials for the Middle and High school teachers

Challenged students through in-depth lectures, debates, discussions and literary subjects.
Led the Middle and High School Team in developing and
implementing instructional strategies which resulted in higher ACT standardized testing scores
Served as the Senior Advisor

Language Arts Teacher

From The Heart Christian School
08.2012 - 07.2015

Enhanced student learning methods by incorporating differentiated instruction into everyday lesson plans. Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice. Implemented reading strategies to encourage students with challenges

Participated in professional learning communities

Facilitate ,organized, coordinated events, school programs, and promotion ceremonies

Second Grade Teacher

Perry Street Preparatory Public Charter School
03.2012 - 06.2012

Prepared differentiated lesson plans for core second grade subjects
Aligned learning objectives to ANET and Terra Nova tests
Adjusted daily tests and assignments to meet IEP students.
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process

English Teacher

High Road Academy
03.2010 - 01.2012

Instructed students in ninth through eleventh grades;
differentiated content and skills for students with reading levels ranging from first grade to college
Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Implemented SRA Decoding and D.O.V.E curriculum to increase students' vocabulary, reading and comprehension levels
Maintained and collected data in order to promote academic achievement for underperforming students.
Established trusting relationships with students and implemented classroom management strategies to foster motivation for success in the classroom
Organized and coordinated events, school programs, and field trips.
Engaged in a full schedule of professional development activities, including seminars in instructional planning, classroom management, learning theory, literacy, and diversity training
Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to a diverse range of developmentally challenged students.

Language Arts Teacher

Champion
06.2011 - 08.2011

Developed and implemented lesson plans to reinforce prior year learning in language arts
Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules and language skills.
Encouraged independent thought, good judgment and expression of original ideas.
Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.

Preschool Lead Teacher

Executive Child Development Center
08.2009 - 03.2010

Developed and implemented lesson plans to enhance young learners’ motor skills, social development, emotional development, and language development.
Introduced scientific, mathematical, letter recognition, phonics, numbers, and awareness of nature concepts
Used children's play to further language vocabulary development

English Teacher

Bowie High School
08.2008 - 06.2009

Enhanced student learning methods by incorporating differentiated instruction into everyday lesson plans.
Implemented multiple learning styles and reading strategies to reinforce learning and comprehension skills.
Adjusted daily tests and assignments to meet IEP students.
Established trusting relationships with students and implemented classroom management strategies to foster motivation for success in the classroom
Established and maintained rapport with other staff, students, and parents to facilitate communication and academic progress.
Assisted in the construction and organization of the school Web site

Middle School English Teacher

G. Gardner Shugart Middle School
08.2007 - 08.2008

Implemented strategies, differentiation and interventions for struggling and at risk students by using the Ramp Up Curriculum
Collaborated with Intervention Specialist to meet IEP and 504 plan goals.
Implemented Reader's/Writer's Workshop modeled lesson plans
Managed the classroom environment to promote the most optimal learning experience possible for each student
Engaged in a full schedule of professional development activities, including seminars in instructional planning, classroom management, learning theory, literacy, and diversity training

Third & Fourth Grade Teacher and Team Leader

From The Heart Christian School
08.2004 - 08.2007

Provided differentiated instruction for below-level students using manipulative-based, hands-on instruction, both one on one and in small flexible groups

Effectively managed classroom policies, procedures, and discipline
Inspired student learning by developing creative project-based units.
Collaborated with teachers and administrators to discuss academic needs of students and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, objectives and philosophies.
Organized and coordinated events, school programs, field trips, promotion ceremony, and after school activities.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts: Education & English

Johnson C Smith University
Charlotte, NC
12.2003

Skills

    Curriculum Development

    Instructional Design

    Assessment Design and Analysis

    Student Mentor

    Classroom management

    Microsoft Office Suite

    Program Management

    Event Planning ∙

    Common Core Standards ∙

Timeline

Reading Specialist

Horizons Greater Washington
05.2023 - 08.2023

Lead Teacher

Horizons Greater Washington
05.2022 - 08.2022

Lead Teacher

Horizons Greater Washington
05.2021 - 08.2021

Lead Teacher

Horizons Greater Washington
06.2020 - 08.2020

Adjunct Professor - English

Prince George's Community College
01.2020 - Current

Home & Hospital Teacher

Prince Georges County Public School System
11.2019 - 05.2020

Lead Teacher

Horizons Greater Washington
06.2019 - 08.2019

Read 180 Instructor

Gateway Boarding Academy
11.2018 - 06.2020

Lead Teacher/Advisor/English Department Chairperson

National Christian Academy
08.2015 - 05.2019

Language Arts Teacher

From The Heart Christian School
08.2012 - 07.2015

Second Grade Teacher

Perry Street Preparatory Public Charter School
03.2012 - 06.2012

Language Arts Teacher

Champion
06.2011 - 08.2011

English Teacher

High Road Academy
03.2010 - 01.2012

Preschool Lead Teacher

Executive Child Development Center
08.2009 - 03.2010

English Teacher

Bowie High School
08.2008 - 06.2009

Middle School English Teacher

G. Gardner Shugart Middle School
08.2007 - 08.2008

Third & Fourth Grade Teacher and Team Leader

From The Heart Christian School
08.2004 - 08.2007

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts: Education & English

Johnson C Smith University
Jamel Y. Carter