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Janice Hamilton

Hot Springs Village,AR

Summary

Results-driven professional with expertise in English Language Arts and a passion for innovative learning. Known for analytical thinking and effective communication, contributing to improved student performance and engagement.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

English Language Arts Teacher

Virtual Arkansas
Plumerville, AR
10.2022 - Current
  • 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

English Language Arts Teacher, Grades 6-8

Hot Springs School District
Hot Springs Junior Academy
08.2001 - 05.2016
  • 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 Teacher, Grade 7

Baytown Junior School
Baytown, TX
08.1998 - 05.2001

Reading Department Chair

7th Grade Interdisciplinary Team Leader

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX

Graduate Reading Certification - Adolescent Reading

University of Houston, Clear Lake
Clear Lake, Texas

Teacher Certification - English Language Arts

University of Arkansas Monticello

Skills

  • Analytical thinking and problem solving
  • Organizational growth and leadership skills
  • Subject matter expertise
  • Innovative lifetime learner

Accomplishments

  • Commended for exemplary teaching and service to students as the Hot Springs Junior Academy Teacher of the Year
  • Earned National Board for Professional Teaching Certification in Early Adolescent/Young Adult English Language Arts
  • Served on the Praxis advisory committee to review and revamp the ELA Praxis Test
  • Hot Springs Technology Institute Presenter: Blogging in the Language Arts Classroom; Technology: The New Literacy
  • Arkansas Coordinator, NCTE Arkansas Young Writers
  • Arkansas Library Association Presenter: Digital Breakout Rooms

Timeline

English Language Arts Teacher

Virtual Arkansas
10.2022 - Current

English Language Arts Teacher, Grades 6-8

Hot Springs School District
08.2001 - 05.2016

Reading Teacher, Grade 7

Baytown Junior School
08.1998 - 05.2001

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

Texas Tech University

Graduate Reading Certification - Adolescent Reading

University of Houston, Clear Lake

Teacher Certification - English Language Arts

University of Arkansas Monticello