Results-driven teacher with over 20 years of experience in middle school science education. Expertise in curriculum alignment, parent communication, and classroom management. Eager to leverage skills to enhance student engagement and achievement.
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher Of 8th Grade Science
Pittsylvania County Schools
Chatham, VA
09.2025 - 05.2026
Planned and delivered engaging lessons aligned with curriculum standards.
Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student participation.
Utilized various teaching aids and technology to enhance learning experiences.
Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and behavior.
Participated in professional development workshops.
Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain order and focus.
Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment.
Teacher Of Honors Biology, Biology & Earth Science
Danville Public Schools
Danville, VA
01.2019 - 05.2025
Teacher of 8th Grade Science
Danville Public Schools
Danville, VA
08.2000 - 06.2006
Teacher of 7th Grade Math and 6th Grade Science
Alexandria City Public Schools
Alexandria, Virginia
08.1998 - 06.2000
Teacher of 6th Grade Science and Math
Fairfax County Public Schools
Fairfax County, VA
09.1991 - 06.1997
Teacher of Grades 5, 6 and 7
Danville Public Schools
Danville, Virginia
08.1984 - 06.1991
Teacher of 5th Grade Math and Science
Amherst County Public Schools
Amherst County, VA
08.1981 - 06.1984
Teacher of Grade 4
Danville Public Schools
Danville, Virginia
08.1978 - 06.1980
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education-Grades 4-7 & Middle School 6-8
Averett University
Danville VA
05-1978
Master's Classes in Education
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA
Master's Classes in Education
Averett University
Danville, VA
Master's Classes in Education
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA
Skills
Lesson planning
Classroom management
Technology integration
Student assessment
Curriculum alignment
Parent communication
Engagement strategies
Professional development
Differentiated instruction
Certification
Virginia Teaching License in Education, Grades 4-7 & Middle School Endorsement for Grades 6 to 8; Expiration 2035
Timeline
Teacher Of 8th Grade Science
Pittsylvania County Schools
09.2025 - 05.2026
Teacher Of Honors Biology, Biology & Earth Science
Danville Public Schools
01.2019 - 05.2025
Teacher of 8th Grade Science
Danville Public Schools
08.2000 - 06.2006
Teacher of 7th Grade Math and 6th Grade Science
Alexandria City Public Schools
08.1998 - 06.2000
Teacher of 6th Grade Science and Math
Fairfax County Public Schools
09.1991 - 06.1997
Teacher of Grades 5, 6 and 7
Danville Public Schools
08.1984 - 06.1991
Teacher of 5th Grade Math and Science
Amherst County Public Schools
08.1981 - 06.1984
Teacher of Grade 4
Danville Public Schools
08.1978 - 06.1980
Bachelor of Science - Education-Grades 4-7 & Middle School 6-8