Lynthia Gibson Price
Burlington,NC
Summary
I am a passionate teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. I am also skilled in fostering strong parent-teacher communication.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher, 3rd Grade
Orange County Public Schools
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Registered student progress and attendance on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
Reading Interventionist
Durham Public School
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Supported the development of phonemic awareness and decoding skills through targeted activities, promoting fluent reading in struggling learners.
- Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
- Conducted one-on-one and small group sessions to provide targeted support, fostering a positive learning environment and boosting confidence in reading abilities.
- Delivered differentiated instruction based on individual learning profiles, addressing diverse needs within the classroom setting effectively.
- Actively participated in professional learning communities focused on literacy instruction, sharing best practices and staying current with evolving educational trends.
- Enhanced reading comprehension by implementing targeted intervention strategies for struggling students.
- Collaborated with school leadership to develop and implement comprehensive reading intervention programs, continuously refining the curriculum for maximum effectiveness.
- Developed personalized lesson plans that focused on specific areas of improvement for each student, leading to significant progress in reading skills.
- Assessed and documented student progress with established goals.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Third Grade
Durham Public Schools
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning needs within the classroom effectively.
- Organized lesson plans in consultation with other 3rd grade teachers.
- Maintained open communication with parents and guardians, discussing students'' progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Served as a positive role model for students by exhibiting strong work ethic, integrity, and professionalism at all times.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing various teaching methods and learning styles.
Substitute Teacher
Durham Public Schools
01.2021 - 02.2021
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Education
Master of Science - Public Administration
University of Maryland - College Park
College Park, MD05.2007
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Public Speaking
- Classroom Instruction
- Group and individual instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
- Small Group Instruction
- Technology Integration
- Student assessment
- Innovative lesson planning
Certification
Certified Mindfulness Coach
Certified Neuro Linguistic Programming Practitioner
Certified Licensed Teacher (K-5) (License expires 6/24/2024)
Executive Master's in Not-for Profit Management
Timeline
Teacher, 3rd Grade
Orange County Public Schools
08.2023 - 06.2024
Reading Interventionist
Durham Public School
08.2021 - 06.2023
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Third Grade
Durham Public Schools
02.2021 - 06.2021
Substitute Teacher
Durham Public Schools
01.2021 - 02.2021
Master of Science - Public Administration
University of Maryland - College Park
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