Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Work well with-in a team of colleagues and independently.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Mathematics Teacher
Rutherford County Board of Education
Murfreesboro, TN
08.2014 - Current
Created and implemented lessons that use a variety of instructional strategies, including technology-based instruction.
Assessed student performance through exams, quizzes, and other formative assessments.
Provided guidance to students on how to improve their skills in mathematics and encourage advancement of higher level mathematics classes.
Collaborated and lead trainings with colleagues to develop curriculum for Algebra II mathematics classes in our district
Work within a professional learning community of teachers weekly to collaborate and plan out our learning curriculum.
Attended professional development workshops related to mathematics education, new schedules, new instructional materials, and technology used to assess students understanding.
Maintained records of student attendance, grades, and assessment results in a timely manner while providing opportunities for students to improve their understanding.
As Mathematics Department Chair over 18 teachers, maintained records of attendance, balanced department budget, reached out to community businesses for donations to our department for instructional supplies.
Utilized various technologies such as calculators and computers to enhance the learning experience for students in mathematics courses.
Integrated real world problem solving into instruction to increase relevance of mathematical principles taught.
Organized fundraisers for club/sports requesting volunteers for state tournaments, organizing and donations for hospitality rooms, and donations to provide Thanksgiving meals for families in need.
Middle School Teacher
Rutherford County Board of Education
Murfreesboro, TN
01.2001 - 08.2014
Motivated students with positive reinforcement techniques to encourage engagement in the classroom.
Collaborated with other teachers and staff members on interdisciplinary projects and initiatives.
Provided individualized support for special education students who required extra assistance.
Cultivated relationships with parents to ensure their understanding of student progress and behavior.
Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in teaching methodology.
Presented educational material in an interesting manner that kept students engaged.
Adapted instructional materials based on individual student needs or interests.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN
05-1996
Skills
Team Collaboration
Group leadership
Technology Integration
Data-driven decision-making
Online learning
Career advising
Lesson Planning
Team Leadership
Excellent Communication
Instructional technology
Organizational Skills
Instructional Design
Microsoft Office
Professionalism
Curriculum Development
Teamwork and Collaboration
Interactive classroom instruction
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
High School Mathematics Teacher
Rutherford County Board of Education
08.2014 - Current
Middle School Teacher
Rutherford County Board of Education
01.2001 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Middle Tennessee State University
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