Lynsey Ann Mitchell
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Experienced educator and public speaker with a proven track record of developing instructional tools and specialized curriculum for parents and teachers in various learning environments, including one-on-one sessions, small groups, and whole classrooms. Possessing a Master's degree in Secondary Education, expertise lies in working with 6th to 12th grade students, particularly in English language arts, reading, literacy, and holistic wellness for child and adolescent development.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Grade Level Chair & Resident Advisor
KIPP Woodson Park Academy
08.2020 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a positive learning environment.
- Implemented rigorous assessments to effectively evaluate student progress and inform future instruction with a 14% growth in scholars reading on grade level from Fall to Spring.
- Supported struggling learners with targeted interventions designed to increase comprehension levels in core subject areas with 6th grade scholars moving 11% points in grade level from Fall to Spring.
- Served as liaison between grade-level team and administration, effectively representing colleague concerns during meetings and decision-making processes.
- Enhanced curriculum quality by collaborating with fellow educators and implementing innovative teaching strategies with a 70% proficiency on compare/contrast standard and a 65% proficiency on point of view standard for Common Core Standards.
- Promoted interdisciplinary connections by integrating subject matter from other courses into lessons when applicable.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance, leading to improved student accountability within the classroom setting.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices for effective instruction and classroom management techniques.
English Teacher
Southland College Prep High School
08.2017 - Current
- Overall Junior students exceeded College Readiness Benchmark by 33 points on SAT Composite score with 36 points of EBRW growth from September -April
- Built Creative Writing & Composition Workshop Summer Enrichment Program
- Built comprehensive - collaborative Junior Research Project with History Dept.
- Developed student-centered Family Meetings for Junior class culture and interdisciplinary growth
- Recruited by Administration to attend Northwestern Advanced Placement Summer Institute
- Create weekly lesson plans, input grades, and parent communication for British Literature
- Integrate holistic mental/emotional mindfulness practice within constructive - theory based teaching
English Teacher
Ralph Ellison Charter School
08.2015 - 07.2017
- Built three distinct cross-disciplinary curriculums placing special emphasis on reading comprehension, literacy, writing, and vocabulary development.
- Created weekly lesson plans and input grades for three - courses within the American and World literary canon.
- Attend weekly coaching meetings, professional development, grade level, and content team meetings.
Student Teaching
DRW Noble Charter School
01.2015 - 06.2015
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a positive learning environment.
- Implemented rigorous assessments to effectively evaluate student progress and inform future instruction with a 14% growth in scholars reading on grade level from Fall to Spring.
- Supported struggling learners with targeted interventions designed to increase comprehension levels in core subject areas with 6th grade scholars moving 11% points in grade level from Fall to Spring.
- Served as liaison between grade-level team and administration, effectively representing colleague concerns during meetings and decision-making processes.
- Enhanced curriculum quality by collaborating with fellow educators and implementing innovative teaching strategies with a 70% proficiency on compare/contrast standard and a 65% proficiency on point of view standard for Common Core Standards.
- Promoted interdisciplinary connections by integrating subject matter from other courses into lessons when applicable.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance, leading to improved student accountability within the classroom setting.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices for effective instruction and classroom management techniques.
Education
MAT - Secondary Education
National Louis University
Chicago, IL06.2015
Bachelor of Arts - English
Spelman College
Atlanta, GA06.2011
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Outlook
- Power School
- Infinite Campus
- Clever
- Lexia
- IRLA
LEADERSHIP SKILLS
- Content Development
- Analytical & Problem Solving
- Peer Collaboration
- Strategic Planning
- Critical Decision Making
- Senior Moderator
- Career Day Coordinator
- Night School Teacher
- Extra curriculum Coordinator
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
- Danielson Framework
- SAT & CCSS Framed Lessons
- Curriculum Development
- Constructivist Teaching
- Classroom Management
- Student Centered Instruction
- Collaborative Learning
- Gradual Release of Responsibility
- Scaffolding Complex Topics
- Socratic Seminar
- Secondary Planning
- College Readiness Workshops
- Development
- Post-Secondary Planning
- Response to Intervention (RtI)
- Individualized Education Plan (IEP)
SPECIALTIES
- American Literature
- African American Literature
- World Literature
- British Literature
- Creative Writing
- Women’s Studies
- Research
Accomplishments
- AmeriCorps Member
- Teacher of the Month 4 consecutive years
- Homeroom of the week 15+ weeks 2020-2022 school year
Community Service
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Precious Pearls Teen, UMC Mentor - Teacher, Mentoring Group After School Matters, HHW School for Performing Arts
Timeline
Grade Level Chair & Resident Advisor
KIPP Woodson Park Academy
08.2020 - Current
English Teacher
Southland College Prep High School
08.2017 - Current
English Teacher
Ralph Ellison Charter School
08.2015 - 07.2017
Student Teaching
DRW Noble Charter School
01.2015 - 06.2015
MAT - Secondary Education
National Louis University
Bachelor of Arts - English
Spelman College
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