Kecia Renaa Evans
Slocomb,AL
Summary
Experienced, life-long learner eager to participate in team success through collaboration, creativity and commitment. A inspiring coach with a clear understanding of effective instructional lesson design and integral cultural connects aimed at bridging gaps through reciprocal learning. A skilled practitioner with experience in curriculum development and disaggregating data resulting in creative approaches to meet the needs of all students. Skilled individual with passion for helping students reach academic goals by offering engaging learning experiences tailored to meet individual student needs and peak their curiosity to achieve.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Math Intervention Teacher
Girard Intermediate-Dothan City School
08.2023 - Current
- Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
- Coached and mentored para educators on successful teaching strategies and time management.
- Integrated technology into sessions to further enhance student learning.
- Maintained detailed files and created charts tracking students' learning progress.
- Identified learning needs and implemented fun and engaging learning activities to help students advance.
- Updated required logs and student documentation to keep records accurate and current.
- Tracked learning progress to identify opportunities to enhance tutoring methods and help students achieve learning goals.
- Provided appropriate learning materials for students.
- Provided early intervention assistance to struggling students.
- Kept abreast of developments and technological advances in mathematical field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues and participating in professional conferences.
6th Grade ELA Teacher
Girard Intermediate School-Dothan City Schools
08.2019 - 07.2023
- Embedded math instruction and mathematical practices within ELA to provide additional support for students.
- Grade Chair, provided support for schoolwide initiatives and academic expectations, collaborated regularly with grade-level to assure that students were served and that individual needs were being addressed.
- Gave assignments and confirmed proper understanding and skills required to complete work on time.
- Developed lesson plans to adhere to clear departmental and school policy objectives.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Maintained open and productive communication with teaching staff, administration, students and parents.
- Taught students of varying abilities
- Differentiated lessons to provide optimal opportunities for all.
- Compared and exchanged student performance information with fellow teachers to improve overall performance.
- Changed lesson plans and learning approach frequently to keep students engaged.
- Encouraged students to actively engage in learning, and monitor and review personal objectives.
- Dealt with inappropriate behavior quickly and effectively to maintain calm learning environment.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests and assignments.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
5th Grade , Self-Contained Teacher
Girard Elementary School-Dothan City Schools
08.2007 - 05.2019
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
Second Grade, Self-Container Teacher
Geneva County Elementary School
08.2006 - 05.2007
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
Principal
Detroit Premier Academy -National Heritage Academy
03.2005 - 03.2006
- Researched and incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness.
- Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Established instructional practices driven through statistical performance data.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI05.1994
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI05.1989
Skills
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Leadership
- Time Management and Organization
- Staff Development and Training
- Instructional design
- Curriculum Development
- Program Development and Management
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Project Management Skills
- Performance Management
- Good listening skills
- MS Office
- Analytical skills
Certification
Professional Certificate
4/2/2022 - 6/30/2027
[Valid] Issued on 10/4/2007
Class A, Early Childhood (057) Grade Level: P-3
Early Childhood Education (0H5CF)
Professional Certificate
4/2/2022 - 6/30/2027
[Valid] Issued on 10/4/2007
Class A, Elementary (76A) Grade Level: K-6
Elementary Education (0N1GF)
Timeline
Math Intervention Teacher
Girard Intermediate-Dothan City School
08.2023 - Current
6th Grade ELA Teacher
Girard Intermediate School-Dothan City Schools
08.2019 - 07.2023
5th Grade , Self-Contained Teacher
Girard Elementary School-Dothan City Schools
08.2007 - 05.2019
Second Grade, Self-Container Teacher
Geneva County Elementary School
08.2006 - 05.2007
Principal
Detroit Premier Academy -National Heritage Academy
03.2005 - 03.2006
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Wayne State University
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Professional Certificate
4/2/2022 - 6/30/2027
[Valid] Issued on 10/4/2007
Class A, Early Childhood (057) Grade Level: P-3
Early Childhood Education (0H5CF)
Professional Certificate
4/2/2022 - 6/30/2027
[Valid] Issued on 10/4/2007
Class A, Elementary (76A) Grade Level: K-6
Elementary Education (0N1GF)
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