Kwame Lewis
Wendell,NC
Summary
To teach effective instruction that produces continual learners Innovative math teacher bringing a 10 year background instructing students. Expertise in classroom oversight, course planning and behavior management. Successful at collaborating with teachers, administrative leaders and support specialists to meet individual student needs. Committed to encouraging higher-order thinking to increase student performance. Skilled individual with passion for helping students reach academic goals. Creates engaging learning experiences tailored to meet individual student needs. Smart candidate develops strategies to help students bolster academic performance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Math Coach
Durham Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced student understanding by incorporating real-life examples and problem-solving exercises in math lessons.
- Collaborated with teachers to design and implement effective math curriculum, improving overall student performance.
- Provided one-on-one coaching to struggling students, helping them overcome learning barriers and achieve academic success.
- Developed innovative teaching strategies to engage students and foster a positive learning environment in the classroom.
7th Grade Math Teacher
Shephard Middle School
08.2020 - Current
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Implemented peer tutoring system to enhance comprehensive understanding of math techniques and increase student test scores.
- Proctored exams for 35 students to promote educational growth.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Developed and distributed study guides to reinforce lecture details and help students with test preparation.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
- Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails and Parent Teacher Club.
Assistant Principal Intern
Hillside High School
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Engaged with parents to drive parent participation.
- Assisted in supervising extracurricular activities and events.
- Collaborated with parents and students to coordinate school events.
- Managed student discipline matters such as coordinating parent meetings to comply with district and legal policies.
- Advised principal on student attendance and behavior.
- Prepared school budget and submitted to school board with recommendations for hiring, capital expenditures and cost-saving initiatives.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Studied assessment information covering students, teachers and school operations to formulate improvement plans.
- Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
- Assisted in supervising extracurricular activities and events
- Advised principal on student attendance and behavior
8th Grade Math Teacher
Neal Middle School
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Developed and distributed study guides to reinforce lecture details and help students with test preparation.
- Implemented peer tutoring system to enhance comprehensive understanding of math techniques and increase student test scores.
- Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Proctored exams for 30 students to promote educational growth.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
Middle School Mathematics Teacher
Healthy Start Academy
07.2014 - 08.2015
- Develop lesson plans for PLC integrated performance tasks and class- room
- Created Real life applications in mathematics and developed problem solving strategies which encompassed literacy (RISE)
- Communicate with parents about student progress as needed or on a weekly basis
- Facilitate instruction and provide opportunities for students to showcase talents and gifts through engaging hands on activities
- Collaborated with other resource teachers about students’ progress or receiving resources for student interventions
- Communicate and reflect on IEP goals and students when thinking about instruction
- Use data to maximize the effectiveness of instruction and pinpoint student's strengths and weaknesses
- Differentiate instruction according to assessments such as common assessments, cumulative assessments, and benchmark assessments
- Provide opportunities for students to collaborate and discuss their thinking
- Teach students different comprehension strategies in mathematics
- Allow students time to think and write answers to questions provided by the teacher or themselves
- Provide a safe and nurturing environment for students
- Provide a conducive atmosphere for learning
- Build a community where children are safe to make decisions, mistakes, and communicate their answers
- Proctored exams for 30 students to promote educational growth
Math Teacher
Phoenix Community Learning Center
07.2010 - 07.2012
- Brought OAT test scores up from 31% to 65% from the previous year and accomplished a 90% proficiency the second year
- Prepared lessons for four classes and developed assessments and performance tasks based on real life applications
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, administrators, and teachers to ensure student success
- Facilitated meetings on standards and standard based assignments as a mathematics team
- Presented framework (Understanding by design) for lessons and performance tasks every month for teachers and administration
- Tutored 5th through 8th grade mathematics (TWEC) after school in preparation for extended response questions
- Participated in many after school activities and coordinated programs such as
- Peer mediation, Black history and Culturama
- Integrated technology into lessons utilizing I-Pads, Study Island, online tutoring,
- Ed-line (grading and online assignments) and Smart Board
- Utilized calculators and manipulatives to assist in introducing new concepts and to develop skills
- Served as a coach for intramural basketball and football
Math Tutor
WEB Dubois Academy
08.2009 - 06.2010
- Executed daily operations of pulling academically low students to help in Math and Science
- Produced a weekly plan of action to revive middle school students who were on academic probation
- Researched and shared information in regards to student achievement and strategies that maximize student productivity with team members
- Collaborated with parents and youth advocates to create a conducive learning environment, addressing dynamics inside and outside the classroom affecting learning
- Advised teachers on teaching strategies and effective frameworks for inner city schools
- Created lessons and lab activities to increase student comprehension of math concepts
- Maintained order within the classroom and on school grounds exhibiting effective classroom management
- Integrated mathematics and technology in the classroom
- Tutored 15 students per week in private sessions using detailed lesson plans
- Stressed importance of good study habits by encouraging students to create personalized study plans
- Worked with students in classrooms or home environments to provide educational support
Math Intervention
National Heritage Academy
08.2008 - 06.2009
- Executed daily operations of pulling academically low students to help in math and science
- Wrote designed and produced weekly lesson plans for individualized groups
- Graded test and homework, using results to assess student com- prehension levels
- Instrumental in bringing student EOG scores up from 25 % passing to 50% passing
- Created a budget for student materials, workbooks, paper and pencils
- Trained and managed 45 students in mathematics and achieved significant improvements in productivity
- Maintained order within school and on school grounds exhibiting effective classroom management
- Incorporated technology into the learning process using multi-media applications and interactive software
Education
Masters of Education - Mathematics
North Carolina Central
Durham, NC 06.2020
No Degree - Middle School Mathematics
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC 06.2010
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Shaw University
Raleigh, NC 06.2006
Skills
- Field trips
- School district guidelines comprehension
- Organizational ability
- Quality education
- Smartboard operation
- Citizenship promotion
- Field trip planning
- IEP familiarity
- Learning assessments
- Response-to-intervention understanding
- Dependable and Responsible
- Critical Thinking
- Data Entry
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Self-Motivated
- Teaching strategies
- Project-based learning
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Pedagogical Expertise
- Collaborative learning
Accomplishments
- Achieved significant growth in mathematics while teaching 7th grade with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- Administration Training - 2018-2020
- Middle School Mathematics Training - 2008-2010
Timeline
Instructional Math Coach
Durham Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
7th Grade Math Teacher
Shephard Middle School
08.2020 - Current
Assistant Principal Intern
Hillside High School
08.2019 - 08.2020
8th Grade Math Teacher
Neal Middle School
08.2017 - 08.2019
Middle School Mathematics Teacher
Healthy Start Academy
07.2014 - 08.2015
Math Teacher
Phoenix Community Learning Center
07.2010 - 07.2012
Math Tutor
WEB Dubois Academy
08.2009 - 06.2010
Math Intervention
National Heritage Academy
08.2008 - 06.2009
Masters of Education - Mathematics
North Carolina Central
No Degree - Middle School Mathematics
North Carolina Central University
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Shaw University
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