Karita Bush
Teacher
Indianola,MS
Summary
Dedicated and passionate Elementary School Teacher with a strong background in curriculum development and instructional planning. Committed to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment to enhance student engagement and academic achievement. Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Leland School District
08.2024 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
TEACHER
Sunflower County Consolidated School District
08.2009 - 12.2023
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
- Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Education
MASTERS IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION -
Delta State University
12.2022
BSE -
Delta State University
12.2006
Gentry High School
12.1996
Skills
- Experience as a lead teacher in a classroom setting, developing and implementing engaging lesson plans
- Over 5 years of experience as a dedicated and passionate teacher in primary education
- Proven track record of creating engaging lesson plans and facilitating active learning environments
- Expertise in implementing various teaching methodologies to cater to diverse learning needs
- Strong communication skills, fostering positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Differentiated instruction
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Small Group Instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
Timeline
Teacher
Leland School District
08.2024 - Current
TEACHER
Sunflower County Consolidated School District
08.2009 - 12.2023
MASTERS IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION -
Delta State University
BSE -
Delta State University
Gentry High School
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