LADONNA SELMAN
Rutherfordton,NC
Summary
Passionate educator of 21 years in both rural and urban settings. Proven history of creating engaged classroom environments supporting diverse educational styles. Versatile student-oriented approach consistently supporting optimum performance and advancement. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy
01.2023 - Current
- Implements instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences
- Identifies, selects, and modifies instructional resources to meet the needs of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs
- Assists in assessing changing curricular needs and offers plans for improvements
- Ensures student growth and achievement is measurable and continuous using a variety of strategies and methods
- Provides a safe and positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process
- Communicates effectively with students, parents and other professionals daily
- Collaborates with peers to enhance the instructional environment and ensure student success
- Demonstrates gains in student performance as measured by various formative and summative assessments
- Participates in training and presentations
- Meets professional obligations through efficient work habits including meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, and coordinating with administration and staff.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher K-5th Grade
W.B. Wicker Elementary School
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Assessed students to determine eligibility for services
- Case Manager for EL students within the school
- Coordinated programs, interventions and resources
- Advocated for students and families
- Created engaging lessons using researched based strategies
- Monitored and tracked progress and compiled data
- Customized individual learning plans
- Collaborated with classroom teachers and staff
- Developed and delivered professional development for staff.
Middle School Humanities Teacher
Ascend Leadership Academy Charter School
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Incorporated PBL and technology into daily classroom instruction
- Facilitated student led service projects
- Built strong relationships with students and families
- Used data to drive instruction
- Implemented a Growth Mindset Model
- Empowered student leaders using the RAISE Leadership Curriculum
- Collaborated with the 6th grade team and other school staff through PLCs
- Teacher sponsor for the ALA Book Club and Drama Club.
Fourth Grade Teacher
Anderson Creek Academy Charter School
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Taught 4th Grade ELA, Social Studies, and Science classes
- Created activities with a strong STEAM focus/21st Century Learning goals
- Guided and empowered students in developing lifelong leadership skills
- Integrated technology using Google Classroom and online curriculum tools
- Facilitated cooperative learning experiences and projects
- Built relationships and created partnerships with students and families
- Collaborated with teachers, staff and administrators
- Served on the School Improvement Team and mentored a first year teacher.
Third Grade Teacher
Boone Trail Elementary School
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Taught a 3rd grade self-contained class
- Created differentiated lessons to meet the needs of a diverse classroom
- Utilized data and state/district objectives when planning instruction
- Collaborated with instructional team and support staff
- Communicated regularly with parents and families
- Served on the PBIS Committee.
Third Grade Teacher
Longest Elementary School
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Designed student centered lessons and meaningful activities to meet diverse needs
- Collaborated with teachers and instructional staff
- Empowered students to become leaders through the Leader in Me Program
- Served on the Math PLC, PBIS team, Foundations Committee, Program Review Committee and School Improvement Team
- Used formative and summative assessments to check for mastery of standards
- Facilitated student-led data tracking and conferences
- Partnered with parents and families to ensure student success
- Involved in the development of district-wide common assessments (2014)
- Helped develop a new, district-wide standards mastery focused grade card (2015).
ESL Teacher (K-5th)
Indian Creek Elementary School
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Taught English Language Learners in a small group pull-out setting
- Administered assessment to determine qualifying services
- Collaborated with classroom teachers and school staff
- Monitored student progress through various assessment and data tracking
- Communicated regularly with parents and families
- Provided case management for students and families
- Worked cooperatively with the Migrant Program
- Participated in faculty meetings, committee meetings and other school activities.
Second Grade ESL Teacher
Hubbard Heights Elementary School
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Taught 2nd Grade ESL students in a self contained classroom setting
- Incorporated ESL strategies during instruction and learner-centered activities
- Advocated for students and families within the school and community
- Coordinated services and resources
- Cooperated with the FW Bilingual Program to ensure student success
- Served on parent involvement team, multicultural team, and student council
- Mentored a first-year teacher through the FWISD Teacher Mentor Program
- Represented the school in the FWISD 2002 Teacher Leader Program
- Participated in the 2nd Grade Reading Academy and Schools Attuned Program
- Taught ESL students enrolled in the FWISD Summer Bridge program
- Tutored students enrolled in the after school ESL tutoring program.
First Grade ESL Teacher
Effie Morris Elementary School
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Provided instruction in reading, math, language, writing, science and social studies in a self-contained classroom setting
- Designed lessons and activities based on state standards and diverse student needs
- Incorporated ESL strategies during instruction
- Collaborated with the school instructional team
- Served on Parent Involvement Committee and SS PLC
- Participated in the 1st Grade Reading Academy
- Taught 1st grade ESL students in the LWISD Summer ESL Program
- Taught a fine arts enrichment class to ELL students in an afterschool program.
Second Grade Teacher
Ridglea Hills Elementary School
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Provided instruction in all core subject areas to a diverse group of 2nd graders
- Designed instruction based on state and local standards and ongoing student data
- Worked in partnership with families and community members
- Engaged in ongoing professional team meetings to share ideas and problem-solve
- Served on the Family Involvement Committee and School Improvement Team
- Assessed students using formative and summative assessments
- Participated in the FWISD New Teacher Academy
- Completed the FWISD ESL Teacher Professional Development and Certificate Program.
Education
Master of Arts in Education - Literacy Specialist
University of the Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY01.2013
Bachelor's of Arts - Human Learning and Development, Early Childhood Specialization
Texas Wesleyan University
Ft. Worth, TX01.1998
Skills
- Human Learning and Development
- Social and Emotional Development
- Instructional and Curriculum Design
- Presentation Strategies
- Google and Microsoft Applications
- Student Database Management Programs
- Collaboration
- Leadership
- Oral and Written Communication
- Data Collection and Data Reporting
- Case Management
- Organizational Strategies
- Time Management
- Strategic Thinker
Certification
- North Carolina Professional Educator's License, Standard Professional 2, Early Childhood (birth-K), Elementary (K-6th), Reading Specialist (K - 12), ESL (K-12)
- Texas Teacher Provisional Certificate, Early Childhood, Elementary (K-6th), ESL (Pre-K- 6th)
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy
01.2023 - Current
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher K-5th Grade
W.B. Wicker Elementary School
01.2019 - 01.2023
Middle School Humanities Teacher
Ascend Leadership Academy Charter School
01.2018 - 01.2019
Fourth Grade Teacher
Anderson Creek Academy Charter School
01.2017 - 01.2018
Third Grade Teacher
Boone Trail Elementary School
01.2016 - 01.2017
Third Grade Teacher
Longest Elementary School
01.2011 - 01.2016
ESL Teacher (K-5th)
Indian Creek Elementary School
01.2004 - 01.2006
Second Grade ESL Teacher
Hubbard Heights Elementary School
01.2002 - 01.2004
First Grade ESL Teacher
Effie Morris Elementary School
01.2000 - 01.2002
Second Grade Teacher
Ridglea Hills Elementary School
01.1999 - 01.2000
Master of Arts in Education - Literacy Specialist
University of the Cumberlands
Bachelor's of Arts - Human Learning and Development, Early Childhood Specialization
Texas Wesleyan University
- North Carolina Professional Educator's License, Standard Professional 2, Early Childhood (birth-K), Elementary (K-6th), Reading Specialist (K - 12), ESL (K-12)
- Texas Teacher Provisional Certificate, Early Childhood, Elementary (K-6th), ESL (Pre-K- 6th)
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