Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Jackson Madison County, recognized as "Teacher of the Year" for two years. Expert in classroom management and relationship building, I foster student engagement through innovative lesson planning and critical thinking, ensuring all learners achieve their potential. A dedicated mentor, I support new teachers and interns in their professional growth.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Jackson Madison County - Thelma Barker Elementary, Arlington, and West Jackson Elementary
08.1995 - 05.2025
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Mentored new teachers as the school's Learning Coach, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
Mentored several student interns from surrounding universities.
Represented Thelma Barker as "Teacher of the Year" for two years
Level 5 teacher for several years
Taught grades 2-4 (self-contained and departmentalized)
Grade Level Chair for multiple years
Education
Elementary Education
University of Tennessee At Martin
Martin, TN
05-1998
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Tennessee At Martin
Martin
12-1991
Skills
Classroom management
Relationship building
Critical thinking
Lesson planning
Motivating students
Positive role model and mentor
Timeline
Teacher
Jackson Madison County - Thelma Barker Elementary, Arlington, and West Jackson Elementary
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