Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Summer School Teacher
Davidson County Schools
Lexington, NC
06.2021 - Current
Developed and implemented lesson plans, activities and assessments to support student learning.
Prepared materials for classroom use such as handouts, tests and quizzes.
Encouraged positive behavior in the classroom by using effective discipline strategies.
Implemented differentiated instruction techniques based on individual student needs.
Special Education Teacher
Davidson County Schools
Lexington, NC
08.2004 - Current
Developed and implemented Individualized Education Plans for exceptional children.
Assessed student progress through data collection, analysis, and reporting.
Collaborated with other teachers, administrators, and specialists to develop strategies for meeting the needs of exceptional children.
Conducted individualized instruction in areas such as reading, writing, math, social skills, and behavior management.
Facilitated small group instruction sessions tailored to meet the needs of students with disabilities.
Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Greensboro, NC
05-2007
Master of Arts - Psychology
Meredith College
Raleigh, NC
05-1996
Skills
Instructional Strategies
Assessment Strategies
Interpersonal Skills
Faculty Collaboration
Problem-solving aptitude
Multitasking
Teamwork and Collaboration
Relationship Building
Affiliations
I thoroughly enjoy traveling, reading, working in my yard and my house, spending time with my family and my dog.
Accomplishments
Teacher of the Year, Southwood Elementary 2009
Teacher of the Year, Reeds Elementary 2022
Nominated for the Nancy S Frazier Award, 2024
Exceptional Children Chair, multiple times over the years at Reeds Elementary and Southwood Elementary
School Improvement Team Representative, multiple times over the years
Executive Director of Capital and Special Projects at Charlotte Mecklenburg SchoolsExecutive Director of Capital and Special Projects at Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools