Lindsey Massey
Elementary Teacher
Trussville,AL
Summary
I am passionate about teaching and seeing student growth. My reading and math data each year show my dedication to student success. I have proven history of creating engaging classroom environments, parent communication, organizational skills, being a team player, and supporting students.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
First Grade Lead Teacher
St. Clair County Board Of Education
08.2020 - Current
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Assessed student learning through formative and summative assessments, providing tailored feedback for growth.
- Experience in iReady Math and AimsWeb Plus
- Implemented data driven instruction
- Effectively taught CKLA curriculum
- Effectively taught Envision Math curriculum
- Served on committee to implement the start of standards-based report cards for the upcoming school year for reading standards
- Implemented hands-on activities and interactive group work to foster collaboration and critical thinking skills among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons, promoting a well-rounded education.
- Established a positive classroom environment by fostering strong relationships with students and their families.
- Promoted student growth by differentiating instruction based on individual needs and learning styles.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement and clear expectations for behavior.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Implemented hands-on activities to promote active learning and reinforce concepts across multiple subjects.
- Improved parent-teacher communication through regular updates, conferences, and newsletters detailing student progress.
- Evaluated student performance regularly through assessments, providing timely feedback for continued improvement.
- Completed professional development courses to stay current on best practices in elementary education, applying new techniques to improve teaching methods.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Organized field trips related to curriculum topics, providing real-world connections for enhanced understanding of concepts being taught.
First Grade Lead Teacher
Jefferson County Board Of Education
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Taught intervention focused small group to all strategic leveled learners in first grade
- Instituted behavior strategies to encourage positive behavior
- Implemented a variety of behavior plans to help students be successful in the classroom
- Organized differentiated instruction for students with disabilities (autistic student, student with Spina Bifida)
- Followed strict IEP plans within the classroom environment
- Differentiated instruction in small group and whole group
- Differentiated instruction in centers based on student ability
- Effectively taught AMSTI math curriculum and Phonics First progression
- Integrated Wonders reading series to correlate with Phonics First progression
- Individually assessed each student twice every nine weeks to evaluate progress
- Communicated weekly with parents about student progress and classroom activities
- Collaborated with administration, reading coach, and fellow first grade teachers to develop meaningful lessons
- Selected by administration as a mentor teacher for a first year teacher
- One of four ESL classrooms in first grade
- Utilized a variety of communication methods to keep students and parents informed of daily events, behavior, academic achievement, and school announcements
- Designed various cross curriculum lessons to encourage a higher level or learning
- Formulated math lesson to involve the use of manipulatives
- Developed and implemented pacing guides for reading and math
- Planned and organized field tips to various locations
First Grade Teacher
St. Clair County Board Of Education
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Effectively taught GoMath! math series
- Generated first grade thematic units to focus on themes and integrated reading and math programs with the themes
- Developed daily centers to encourage student to student interaction and collaboration amongst their peers
- Attended various after school programs
- Coached the youth cheerleading team
- Tutored first grade students in the after school program
- Participated in various number talks that were student led
- Implemented a variety of intervention strategies to assist struggling students
- Used a variety of communication tools to keep parents informed of important dates and events at school
Education
Master of Arts in Education - Reading Specialist
The University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL 08.2016 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Education
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL 08.2010 - 12.2014
Skills
Mathematics Instruction
Individualized Learning
Literacy development
Collaborative Teamwork
Parent-Teacher Communication
Creative Teaching Strategies
Field Trip Organization
Group and individual instruction
Activity Planning
Differentiated Instruction
Classroom Management
Organizational Skills
Timeline
First Grade Lead Teacher
St. Clair County Board Of Education
08.2020 - Current
First Grade Lead Teacher
Jefferson County Board Of Education
08.2018 - 05.2020
Master of Arts in Education - Reading Specialist
The University of Alabama At Birmingham
08.2016 - 12.2018
First Grade Teacher
St. Clair County Board Of Education
08.2015 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Education
The University of Alabama
08.2010 - 12.2014
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