Leigh Ann Blackmon

• Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
• Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
• Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
• Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
• Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
• Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
• Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
• Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
• Used computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement presentations.
• Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
• Established and communicated clear objectives for all educational activities.
• Met or exceeded course and student performance goals.
• Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
• Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
• Completed documentation of attendance, grades and other required details.
• Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors.
• Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
• Developed instructional aids for classroom use and encouraged student participation.
• Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to keep parents informed of student progress.
• Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
• Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
• Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment
• Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations

Classes Taught:

9th Grade Honors/Regular World History

10th and 11th Grade Honors/Regular US History

Model United Nations Sponsor

• Provided advice and guidance to students needing morale-boosting and academic advising.
• Delivered prepared lesson plans using instructional materials and tools.
• Proctored classroom exams and finals in secure environment to prevent plagiarism and cheating.
• Prepared various classroom activities and assessment methods to promote retention of study materials.
• Communicated clear learning objectives to students on each unique chapter.
• Supervised undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship and research work to solidify skills needed for work after graduation.
• Participated in departmental curriculum development, program administration and committee management.
• Attended professional development seminars and workshops to maintain expertise in Social Studies/History

Classes Taught:

US History I: Colonial to 1865

US History II: 1865 to Present

General Psychology

Sensations and Perceptions

Anxiety and Mood Disorders

History and Systems of Psychology

Strategies for Success

Academic Success Center:

Assistant to Director

Tutor

• Created and implemented course agendas, lesson plans and activities to successfully meet course objectives.
• Defined and articulated goal learning outcomes, performance metrics and changes to improve student learning.
• Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
• Participated in school retention initiatives by providing regular, accurate and timely feedback to students and school concerning academics, behavior and attendance.
• Used lectures, discussions and demonstrations to increase learning and classroom success.
• Consistently communicated with students to acknowledge and reward positive strides and discuss areas of improvement.
• Used technological equipment to enhance process of students' learning.
• Collaborated with department head to create dynamic, ongoing curriculum development, and instruction improvement program
• Created unique, student-centered lesson plans and assignments for each class to promote maximum learning and knowledge retention
• Developed creative and effective teaching methods for course content to capture students attention
• Designed and delivered class instruction to meet course competencies
• Improved student understanding by efficiently managing teaching materials and answering students' discussion inquiries
• Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention

Classroom Social Studies Teacher

Classes Taught:

US History to 1877

US History from 1977

Economics

Government

AP Government

Psychology

Civics/Geography

Additional Responsibilities:

504 Coordinator

AP Test Administration Coordinator

ACT Tutor

Graduation Exam Tutor