Judith Fields
Educator
Decatur,Georgia
Summary
Enthusiastic and creative individual with solid understanding of student development and learning styles. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills and connects with students from diverse backgrounds. Experienced developing engaging lesson plans and assessments to measure student progress. A caring educator with 27 years of experience in English/Language Arts instruction, closely monitoring student progress while implementing modern educational techniques into daily practices. Committed to long-term student success through well-rounded educations.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educator
Dekalb County School District
Stone Mountain, GA
08.1996 - Current
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and real-life examples into lesson plans.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Designed curriculum-aligned assessments to measure student progress and inform instructional decisions.
- Mentored new educators in best practices for teaching, leading to increased confidence and effectiveness within the school community.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to target areas of weakness and continuously improve student performance throughout the school year.
- Led professional development sessions for fellow teachers on topics such as technology integration or assessment design, contributing to a culture of ongoing improvement within the school community.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
- Trained and supervised new teachers to apply best teaching practices and comply with protocols.
Educator
Clark County School District
Las Vegas, NV
08.2012 - 06.2013
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, empowering students to take ownership of their learning and academic growth.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA05.1996
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Spelman College
Atlanta05.1985
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Lesson Planning
- Time Management
- Instructional Materials Creation
- Group and Individual Instruction
Certification
Certifications include: Highly Qualified 7-12 English, Gifted, AP
Additional Information
Leadership experience includes: English Department Chair (currently)
Grade level team leader (2016-present)
Freshmen Academy English/Social Studies Coordinator (2004-2005)
Timeline
Educator
Clark County School District
08.2012 - 06.2013
Educator
Dekalb County School District
08.1996 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Georgia State University
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Spelman College