La'Carriesse Darden
Chesterfield,VA
Summary
A dedicated and results-oriented educator with a strong track record of fostering student success through the strategic application of assessment data and a comprehensive grasp of contemporary cultural contexts.
I am committed to equipping students academically, socially, and emotionally to face the challenges of today's world. I am eager to bring my skills and insights to Henrico County Public Schools.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
6th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Gwinnett County Public Schools
08.2024 - 05.2026
- Established a positive classroom environment that promoted respect, collaboration, and open communication among students.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and ELA instruction.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to assess student progress, adjusting lesson plans accordingly for optimal learning outcomes.
8th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Arlington ISD
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required standards
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
- Provided 4:1 small group instruction
- Improved assessment data
6th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Uplift Education
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Created and fostered positive relationships with parents and family members of students
- Provided various hands-on activities to promote critical thinking skills
- Monitored and recorded the progress of students and created plans for improvement.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and ELA instruction.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government
University of Memphis
Memphis, TennesseeSkills
- Curriculum Development and Lesson Planning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Formative and Summative Assessment Implementation
- Progress Monitoring
- Restorative Practices
- Student Engagement Strategies
Accomplishments
Demonstrated instructional effectiveness by meeting district data requirements across all four Language Arts classes. Provide leadership and mentorship as the National Junior Honor Society advisor and as the Gwinnett Writes program leader.
Timeline
6th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Gwinnett County Public Schools
08.2024 - 05.2026
8th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Arlington ISD
08.2023 - 05.2024
6th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Uplift Education
08.2022 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government
University of Memphis