Enthusiastic Teacher with superb leadership and communication skills. Easily cultivates trusting and productive relationships with students, parents, teachers and administration. Creates, monitors and sustains disciplined school culture of high academic and behavioral standards.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
K-5 GATE Teacher
Hermitage Elementary Nashville Public Schools
Hermitage, TN
08.2021 - Current
Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
Evaluated students on monthly basis and adjusted lessons accordingly to incorporate improvements.
5th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Byars Dowdy Elementary LSSD
Lebanon, TN
08.2011 - 05.2021
Integrated differentiated instruction into the daily classroom routine to meet the needs of all learners.
Provided positive feedback with emphasis on learning from mistakes to establish solid foundation for progress.
Created engaging lesson plans that incorporated both math and science topics.
Managed consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for students.
Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
5th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Castle Heights Elementary School LSSD
Lebanon, TN
08.2009 - 05.2011
Facilitated small group instruction based on individual student needs.
Assessed student progress with course material through routine quizzes, final examinations, and standardized assessments.
Promoted positive behavior management techniques during instruction time.
Educated students on core principles and advanced concepts of mathematics.
Utilized a variety of instructional strategies such as cooperative learning, inquiry-based activities, and technology integration.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management