Madison Lester
English & Language Arts Teacher
Hamptonville,NC
Summary
Skilled Language Arts Teacher knowledgeable about building strong verbal and written communication skills in secondary education students. Familiar with curriculum selection, lesson planning and classroom management. Desiring to contribute 3 years of experience to long-term position.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
Languages
Work History
7th Grade ELA Teacher
Iredell Statesville School System
08.2022 - Current
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance and support to enhance classroom management and instructional practices.
- Promoted a culture of inclusion by celebrating diversity within the classroom through literature selections, discussions, guest speakers, and cultural events.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance, fostering a respectful and focused classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
High School English Teacher
Wilkes County Schools
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Boosted students'' reading and writing skills through targeted lessons, group activities, and individualized support.
- Stayed current on educational research and best practices by attending professional development workshops and conferences regularly.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Fostered a love of literature among students by introducing engaging texts from diverse genres, authors, time periods, and cultures.
Night Assistant
Appalachian State University Housing
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Expedited guest requests by coordinating with housekeeping, maintenance, and dining staff to provide timely services.
- Minimized disturbances for sleeping guests by addressing noise complaints professionally and following up on resolutions swiftly.
- Complied with company policies and safety regulations, ensuring that the night shift team adhered to established guidelines and procedures.
- Streamlined communication between departments by using effective written documentation outlining key events from each night shift.
Education
Master of Arts - Biblical Languages (Linguistics)
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Languages, Literatures, And Cultures - Spanish
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC 05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
East Wilkes High School
Ronda, NC 05.2001 -
Skills
Writing instruction
undefinedTimeline
7th Grade ELA Teacher
Iredell Statesville School System
08.2022 - Current
High School English Teacher
Wilkes County Schools
08.2021 - 06.2022
Night Assistant
Appalachian State University Housing
08.2018 - 05.2019
Master of Arts - Biblical Languages (Linguistics)
Liberty University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Languages, Literatures, And Cultures - Spanish
Appalachian State University
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
East Wilkes High School
05.2001 -
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