Janice Hamilton

• Hold an Arkansas lifetime teaching certificate for Middle School Content Areas of English, Social Studies, Math, and Science, Grades 4-8
• Additional certification in English Language Arts grades 7-12, Online Teaching K-12, and Science of Reading.
• Utilized educational technology platforms to deliver interactive and personalized learning experiences.
• Served as a Buddy Teacher, providing guidance on the VA LMS.
• Served as the LAA Cross Curricular Team leader, applying innovative technology to enhance student learning and streamline teacher work processes.
• Provided intervention opportunities for ELA students who needed personalized instruction.
• Achieved Arkansas Online Teaching and Learning certification with a perfect score.
• Led the ELA Curricular Team
• Sponsor of the LAA Student extracurricular Book Club

• Served as Literacy Coach to mentor novice teachers in effective classroom management and instructional strategies.
• Taught ELA Grades 6-8 Pre-AP and IB/MYP
• Integrated technology into lessons, fostering digital literacy and interactive learning experiences.
• Analyzed student performance data school-wide to identify areas for improvement and inform instructional practices.
• Facilitated professional development workshops focused on best practices in literacy instruction and assessment strategies.
• Led school-wide initiatives aimed at enhancing reading engagement through community partnerships and events.
• Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating various teaching methods, including group projects and hands-on activities.
• Developed Common Core, Pre-AP and MYP units and materials, aligning content with state standards for 8th Grade English Language Arts.
• Served on the School Leadership Team

Reading Department Chair

7th Grade Interdisciplinary Team Leader