Linda Blakeney
Charlotte,North Carolina
Summary
Substitute Teacher maintaining classroom continuity across elementary settings. Supports lesson continuity, classroom management, and attendance routines while carrying out 5+ teacher lesson plans per week and keeping students engaged during staff absences. Brings a steady presence that protects instruction and keeps the day moving smoothly.
Overview
1
1
Certification
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Teacher on Demand
05.2024 - Current
- Follow teacher plans to deliver instruction, manage materials, and keep students engaged throughout the day.
- Apply classroom management strategies to maintain structure, reduce disruptions, and support productive learning time.
- Adapt instruction to different grade levels, student needs, and daily classroom expectations.
- Communicate student progress and classroom concerns clearly to teachers and school staff at the end of each assignment.
Substitute Teacher
KELLY EDUCATION STAFFING
01.2018 - 05.2024
- Maintained a structured classroom environment by reinforcing rules, routines, and respectful student behavior.
- Delivered teacher-prepared instruction clearly and adapted pacing to match grade-level needs.
- Monitored student understanding during independent work and provided timely clarification when needed.
- Reported student progress, behavior concerns, and classroom notes to the regular teacher at the end of each assignment.
Classroom Teacher
CHARLOTTE MECKLENBURG SCHOOLS
08.1995 - 06.2017
- Planned standards-based lessons aligned with grade-level expectations and daily instructional goals.
- Managed classroom routines to maintain an orderly learning environment and consistent student engagement.
- Used student assessment data to adjust instruction and identify areas needing additional support.
- Collaborated with grade-level teams to align curriculum materials and share instructional strategies.
Classroom Teacher
CABARRUS COUNTY SCHOOLS
08.1988 - 01.1995
- Planned lesson sequences aligned with curriculum goals and classroom learning objectives.
- Delivered classroom instruction that reinforced core subject concepts and daily learning expectations.
- Assessed student work to identify learning gaps and adjust instruction as needed.
- Maintained orderly classrooms by applying consistent behavior expectations and clear transitions.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education
06.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood
Skills
Lesson planning
Curriculum development
Differentiated instruction
Student assessment
Standards-based instruction
Classroom management
Behavior intervention
Parent communication
Data-driven instruction
Grade-level collaboration
Certification
Current K-5 Certification
Timeline
Substitute Teacher - Teacher on Demand
05.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher - KELLY EDUCATION STAFFING
01.2018 - 05.2024
Classroom Teacher - CHARLOTTE MECKLENBURG SCHOOLS
08.1995 - 06.2017
Classroom Teacher - CABARRUS COUNTY SCHOOLS
08.1988 - 01.1995
JOHNSON C. SMITH UNIVERSITY - Bachelor of Arts, Early Childhood
PFEIFFER UNIVERSITY - Master of Science, Elementary Education