Hi, I’m
Marcia Denise Barker
K-6 Teacher
Forest City,NC
Summary
Accomplished Teacher successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.
I began my teaching career in 1995 as an assistant teacher with Rutherford County Schools Head Start. I later had the honor of being a family advocate for pre-school families. I went back to school in 2004 to complete my bachelor's degree. I chose to pursue a bachelors degree in Birth-Kindergarten because of the emphasis the degree had in child development and behavior. I also decided to add a K-6 teacher and B-K teacher to my teaching license.
Overview
28
years of professional experience
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Rutherford County SchoolsForest City, United States
Elementary Classroom Teacher
10.1995 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Introduced classroom games and various outdoor recreational events to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs.
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
- Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning.
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Education
Isothermal Community CollegeSpindale, NC
No Degree from Education
05.2001
Appalachian State UniversityBoone, NC
Bachelor of Science from Birth-Kindergarten
08.2005 - 05.2007
University Overview
- Dean's List: Spring Semester 2007
- April 2007 passed K-6 Praxis
Skills
Parent Involvement Coordinator
Church pianist
I play the piano for all worship services for my church as well for church choir practice. I am youth director for children 1st-6th grade. I organize all youth activities for this group. I develop lesson plans and attend summer camp with my youth group.
Timeline
Appalachian State University
Bachelor of Science from Birth-Kindergarten
08.2005 - 05.2007
Isothermal Community College
No Degree from Education
05.2001
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Rutherford County Schools
10.1995 - 05.2023
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