Keisha Hall
Waverly,VA
Summary
Elementary School Teacher with expertise in early education, child development and collaborative teaching methods. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and state standards. Confidently offers classroom instruction and personalized student support using balance of traditional and modern approaches.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Fourth Grade Teacher
Sussex County Public Schools
09.2013 - 06.2024
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
K-5 Reading Coach
Sussex County Public Schools
08.2008 - 08.2013
- Supported the administration in developing policies and programs that prioritized literacy growth within the school community.
- Developed individualized learning plans for each student, addressing their unique strengths and challenges in reading.
- Implemented research-based strategies for teaching phonics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension skills effectively.
- Established a supportive learning environment, fostering trust and open communication among students.
- Monitored student progress closely, implementing necessary adjustments to instructional techniques as needed.
- Evaluated instructional materials for effectiveness and alignment with curriculum standards, ensuring high-quality resources were utilized consistently.
- Collaborated with teachers to modify curricula to better address the needs of struggling readers.
Fifth Grade Teacher
Sussex County Public Schools
05.1999 - 06.2008
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for effective instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices in teaching 5th grade students.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods, including visual aids, group activities, and hands-on experiences.
- Cultivated critical thinking skills among students by challenging them with complex problem-solving tasks and thought-provoking discussions.
- Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques to meet the diverse needs of all learners within the classroom.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching Language And Literacy
Kaplan University
Davenport, IA05.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education Pre K - 6
St Paul's College
Lawrenceville, United States05.1999
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Team Collaboration
- Lesson Planning
- Curriculum Design
- Assessment Strategies
- Individualized Instruction
- Decision-Making
- Oral communication
- Special Needs Support
Accomplishments
- Earned Teacher of the Year in 2005, 2008, 2015.
- Commended for exceptional teaching and support to students.
- Facilitated numerous professional development activities for teachers and parents
Timeline
Fourth Grade Teacher
Sussex County Public Schools
09.2013 - 06.2024
K-5 Reading Coach
Sussex County Public Schools
08.2008 - 08.2013
Fifth Grade Teacher
Sussex County Public Schools
05.1999 - 06.2008
Master of Arts - Teaching Language And Literacy
Kaplan University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education Pre K - 6
St Paul's College
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