Improving the reading, writing, and critical thinking skills of Pre-AP and AP English students leads to positive outcomes in the future.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
English Teacher and English Department Lead
Bob Jones High School
08.2010 - Current
Establishing and communicating clear objectives for all learning activities
Utilizing curricula that reflects diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of students served
Observing and evaluating student's performance
Creating learning environment that promotes fairness, equity, and diversity
Participating in ongoing training sessions
Collaborating with English department to create essential questions, learning targets, and lessons
Curriculum committee-working with colleagues to develop English curriculum for district
Inclusion Teacher
Discovery Middle School
08.2006 - 08.2010
Co-Teaching with regular education teacher in inclusion classroom (7th Language Arts)
Making sure general education teachers are aware of student’s accommodations
Conducting Functional Behavioral Assessments and writing Behavioral Intervention Plans when needed
Writing curriculum based Individual Education Plans for students
Providing regular education teacher with strategies that work for students with disabilities
Providing parents with report of progress toward IEP goals every three weeks.
Increased student understanding by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques and incorporating diverse learning materials.
Strengthened relationships with parents, students, and colleagues by maintaining open communication channels and participating in school events.
Enhanced classroom management strategies for more positive and productive learning environment.
Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in inclusive education and apply them effectively in classroom setting.
Implemented effective behavior management plans, resulting in fewer disruptions and increased focus on learning tasks.
Education
Master of Arts - English-Reading
University of Alabama
Huntsville, AL
05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Collaborative 6-12-Special Education
Athens State University
Athens, AL
12.2005
Associate of Science - Elementary Education
Calhoun Community College
Decatur, AL
05.1992
Skills
Critical Thinking
Excellent Communication
Organization and Time Management
Dependable and Responsible
Google Drive
Computer Skills
Organizational Skills
Additional Information
National Board Certified Teacher-Adolescence and Young Adult English-Certified in 2019 and Maintained in 2023.
Scholarships: , Spring 2005, Special Education Scholarship $2,000 Summer 2004, Special Education Scholarship $1,750
Awards: December 2015, Outstanding Educator Alumni Award, Athens State University
Honor Societies: February 2011, Phi Kappa Phi April 2012, Kappa Delta Pi April 2012, Sigma Tau Delta
Timeline
English Teacher and English Department Lead
Bob Jones High School
08.2010 - Current
Inclusion Teacher
Discovery Middle School
08.2006 - 08.2010
Master of Arts - English-Reading
University of Alabama
Bachelor of Science - Collaborative 6-12-Special Education
Athens State University
Associate of Science - Elementary Education
Calhoun Community College
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