TDOE certificated educator with experience in Science and Social Studies instruction: skilled in differentiated instruction, inclusive classroom practices, and data-driven assessment: strong communicator with families and colleagues.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fifth Grade Educator
MNPS
Nashville, TN
01.2024 - Current
Teach Science and Social Studies to 100+ scholars
Implement differentiated instruction and personalized learning plans to improve achievement.
Integrate diverse perspectives and cross-curricular projects to strengthen critical thinking.
Sixth Grade Social Studies Educator
Beaufort County School District
Beaufort, SC
01.2020 - 01.2022
Designed engaging, standards-based lessons incorporating current events and multimedia.
Increased student engagement and critical thinking through real-world applications.
Collaborated on interdisciplinary curriculum planning.
Kindergarten Educator
Salt Lake City School District
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2019 - 01.2020
Delivered literacy-focused instruction with targeted reading interventions.
Strengthened family involvement through consistent communication and events.
Fourth Grade Educator
Dekalb County School District
Atlanta, GA
01.1988 - 01.1991
Teacher of the Year (1990).
Improved student writing and engagement through interactive instruction.
Education
Master of Education -
Georgia State University
Bachelor of Science in Education - undefined
The University of Texas
Skills
Inclusive Education
Data-Driven Assessment
Effective Parent Communication
Project-Based Learning
Growth mindset
Collaborative learning
Certification
TDOE – Middle Grades (6–8) Social Sciences Certification