Marlye Powell
Educator
2806 Matsu Lane Opelika,AL
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
2
2
Languages
12
12
years of post-secondary education
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Lee County Board Of Education
Opelika, AL
07.2017 - Current
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student centered learning.
- Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
- Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.
- Maintained required passing rate of 98% for 3 years.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Collaborated with parents to increase comprehensive and long-term success.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of integrated classroom.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Collaborated with team of faculty to develop after-school tutorial program for students in need of extra help.
- Completed and filed all necessary paperwork for classroom activities, including meal count sheets and attendance logs.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Networked with other educators to promote awareness of advanced teaching practices and development of 21st Century skills.
- Implemented and encouraged debate-style classroom environment to increase student engagement and promote critical thinking.
- Devised and implemented strategies to create and maintain cohesive school community within virtual classroom setting.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Developed and taught lessons on relevant children's books, poems, movies and themes to promote student interest of Children's Literature as avenue of study.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to reinforce student participation and hands-on learning.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Enhanced student knowledge of technology by integrating various web-based applications for research and assignments.
Teacher
Macon County Board Of Education
Notasulga, AL
01.2015 - 07.2017
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student centered learning.
- Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
- Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.
- Maintained required passing rate of 98% for 3 years.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Collaborated with parents to increase comprehensive and long-term success.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of integrated classroom.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Collaborated with team of faculty to develop after-school tutorial program for students in need of extra help.
- Completed and filed all necessary paperwork for classroom activities, including meal count sheets and attendance logs.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Networked with other educators to promote awareness of advanced teaching practices and development of 21st Century skills.
- Implemented and encouraged debate-style classroom environment to increase student engagement and promote critical thinking.
- Devised and implemented strategies to create and maintain cohesive school community within virtual classroom setting.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Developed and taught lessons on relevant children's books, poems, movies and themes to promote student interest of Children's Literature as avenue of study.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to reinforce student participation and hands-on learning.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Enhanced student knowledge of technology by integrating various web-based applications for research and assignments.
Assistant General Manager
Courtyard By Mariott
Huntsville, AL
01.2013 - 08.2014
- Assisted the General Manager in the daily operation of the hotel, as well as oversaw the property in the absence of the General Manager. Managed the day-to-day operation of the Concierge, Bell, Valet, Housekeeping and Maintenance teams in conjunction with the GM and made sure that all departments ran smoothly and efficiently.
- Approached all encounters with guests and employees in a friendly, service-oriented manner.
- Acted as an ambassador to the hotel and ensured that guests were receiving an unparalleled guest experience.
- Remained readily accessible to guests and employees at all times.
- Made reservations, checked-in and checked-out guests as needed.
- Checked the guest service log upon arrival for the day, noting any guest requests, complaints and significant events that required attention.
- Was aware of the status of the availability of rooms at the hotel on any given day to ensure revenue was maximized.
- Checked any meeting room needs and set-ups for cleanliness, proper set and availability.
- Prepared MOD report.
- Maintained effective communications between all hotel departments.
- Acted as Concierge, Bellman, Valet, Shuttle driver, Housekeeper and problem solver as needed.
- Monitored all no-show charges, researched credit card discrepancies and processed chargebacks.
- Conducted at least one routine inspection of the public areas of the hotel, recognized and corrected any potential safety hazards and also addressed cleanliness issues.
- Solicited guest feedback regarding hotel services and facilities and took corrective action to solve any reported deficiencies.
- Investigated, reported and coordinated all hotel accidents that were employee and guest related.
- Helped to grow the business through inquisitiveness at time of reservation and check in and through sales calls and public relations.
- Assisted in the selection and continuous training of staff to provide high quality service to guests.
- Counted all banks and immediately reported discrepancies to the General Manager.
- Inspected guestrooms.
- Provided feedback to housekeeping and maintenance departments.
- Updated availability information in the Property Management System as required.
- Assisted in evaluating the performance of all employees.
- Day-to-day management responsibilities including scheduling, motivating, assigning activities, training, and policy and procedural assessment.
- Maintained high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which included wearing the proper uniform and nametag when working.
- Mastered the ability to convey information and ideas clearly.
- Mastered the ability to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
- Mastered the ability to work well in stressful, high-pressure situations with minimum supervision.
- Mastered the ability to be effective at listening to, understanding and clarifying the concerns and issues raised by coworkers and guests.
- Mastered the ability to understand complex information, data, etc from contrasting sources and consider, adjust or modify to meet the constraints of that particular need.
- Mastered the ability to be effective in handling problems in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying, and solving problems as necessary.
- Mastered the ability to work various hours and shifts per week, with an average of 40+ hours
Education
High School Diploma -
Auburn High School
Auburn, AL 08.2005 - 05.2008
Ed.S - Educational Specialist
Auburn University-Montgomery
Montgomery, AL 10.2020 - Current
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL 01.2018 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Alabama A & M University
Normal, AL 08.2008 - 12.2014
Skills
Classroom management
undefinedAffiliations
Lee County AEA Representative
Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc
Alabama A&M University Alumni Association
Reference for Marlye Powell
- Kimberly A. Pointer, B.S.
Executive Secretary to the Dean-The Graduate School
Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, AL 36088
(334)452-1181
kimapoiner9@gmail.com
- Charisma K. Caldwell, B.S, PharmD
Pharmacy Manager-Store #06561
Walgreen Company
Macon-Warner Robins, GA District #596
(334)552-0170
charismak.cadwell@gmail.com
- F. Christopher Lee II
Mayor Pro-Tem, City Council At Large
Tuskegee, Alabama
Tuskegee, AL 36083
(334)221-4277
chrisleetuskegee@gmail.com
Timeline
Ed.S - Educational Specialist
Auburn University-Montgomery
10.2020 - Current
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Alabama State University
01.2018 - 05.2020
Teacher
Lee County Board Of Education
07.2017 - Current
Teacher
Macon County Board Of Education
01.2015 - 07.2017
Assistant General Manager
Courtyard By Mariott
01.2013 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Alabama A & M University
08.2008 - 12.2014
High School Diploma -
Auburn High School
08.2005 - 05.2008
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