Dedicated responsive teacher with proven skills in classroom management and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire love of learning. Develops and maintains strong relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and supervisors.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher, EIP K-3, Second-grade, First-grade
Cherokee County School District
Woodstock, GA
08.2002 - Current
Planned and implemented creative lessons following district, state, and federal guidelines.
Maintained accurate records for 20 or more students including attendance, grades, data collection, and psychoeducational evaluations.
Provided leadership to grade-level teams as Instruction Lead Teacher for three years.
Supervised student teachers from Kennesaw State University and Reinhart University as well as mentored first-year teachers.
Pursued professional development continually by attending educational conferences.
Met regularly with parents/guardians to discuss student's progress and planned strategies to ensure student growth.
Served on curriculum adoptions committees.
Enhanced lessons with Promethean board technology, iPads and computers to address learning goals.
Teacher, EIP K-4
Cobb County School District
Marietta, GA
08.1996 - 05.1999
Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet student needs and interests.
Collaborated with EIP teachers throughout the district to develop engaging activities for at-risk students.
Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.