Janet Sparks
Wedowee,Alabama
Summary
Accomplished educator with a proven track record at Southern Union State Community College, adept in online teaching and instructional best practices. Spearheaded the launch of a girls' basketball program, culminating in a 1A State Championship win. Excels in technology integration and student motivation, consistently enhancing educational outcomes and student understanding in mathematics.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adjunct Mathematics Instructor
Southern Union State Community College
05.2019 - Current
- Evaluated students' progress in attaining educational goals and objectives.
- Maintained lesson nflexibility to adapt to student progress and information retention.
- Maintained knowledge of current trends and developments.
- Documented and communicated student progress on course goals to identify areas in need of improvement.
- Used current technology to enhance educational effectiveness.
Mathematics Instructor
Southern Union State Community College
06.1997 - 01.2019
- Created course syllabus to clearly communicate expectations and standards for student success.
- Documented and communicated student progress on course goals to identify areas in need of improvement.
- Designed materials and assignments to bolster students' understanding of tricky mathematical concepts.
- Held office hours to provide additional course support and help students navigate course curriculum.
- Instructed students using MyLabMath, ALEKS, and Canvas online learning platforms in addition to educating students in traditional, face-to-face settings.
- Prepared high-quality lessons to teach students step-by-step problem-solving methods for math courses ranging from remedial courses to calculus.
- Pursued professional development opportunities at the Alabama Community College Conference every year to learn new teaching strategies.
Women's Basketball Coach
Southern Union State Community College
06.1997 - 08.2011
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
- Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize athletes success.
- Developed and maintained network of professional resources to refer athletes to.
Secondary Mathematics Teacher
Chambers Academy
08.1995 - 06.1997
Secondary Mathematics Teacher
Chilton County Board Of Education
08.1992 - 06.1995
High School Basketball Coach
Maplesville High School
08.1989 - 06.1995
- Won the 1A State Championship in 1995
- Started the program the girls basketball program in fall of 1989
Education
University of Montevallo
Montevallo, ALMaster of Science - Secondary Education
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA12.2001
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education, Mathematics
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL05.1992
High School Diploma -
White Plains High School
Anniston, AL05.1987
Skills
- Online Teaching
- Instructional Best Practices
- Group Instruction
- Lesson Plan Creation
- Student Motivation
- Technology Integration
Certification
Certification in Secondary English, University of Montevallo, Summer 1994
Timeline
Adjunct Mathematics Instructor
Southern Union State Community College
05.2019 - Current
Mathematics Instructor
Southern Union State Community College
06.1997 - 01.2019
Women's Basketball Coach
Southern Union State Community College
06.1997 - 08.2011
Secondary Mathematics Teacher
Chambers Academy
08.1995 - 06.1997
Secondary Mathematics Teacher
Chilton County Board Of Education
08.1992 - 06.1995
High School Basketball Coach
Maplesville High School
08.1989 - 06.1995
University of Montevallo
Master of Science - Secondary Education
University of West Georgia
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education, Mathematics
The University of Alabama
High School Diploma -
White Plains High School
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