Misty Trantham
Canton,NC
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Lusk Chapel Baptist Academy, adept at fostering student engagement and implementing effective classroom management strategies. Skilled in developing tailored lesson plans and building strong relationships with students and parents, enhancing educational outcomes through creativity and adaptability. Committed to promoting a positive learning environment.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
ESS
Waynesville, NC
03.2022 - Current
- Adapted lesson plans to meet diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers to support instructional goals and objectives.
- Provided individualized attention to students requiring additional support.
- Communicated effectively with students, parents, and staff regarding progress and concerns.
- Ensured adherence to school policies and procedures during daily operations.
- Developed strategies for effective classroom management and student engagement.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Volunteer
Georgetown Baptist Ministries
Leicester, NC
01.2020 - Current
- Assisted in organizing community outreach events to engage local families and promote services.
- Supported food distribution efforts, ensuring timely delivery of essential supplies to individuals in need.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain cleanliness and organization within donation storage areas.
- Provided basic administrative support, including data entry and record-keeping for volunteer activities.
- Developed informational materials to educate clients about services offered by the ministry.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
- Collaborated with other nonprofit organizations to develop joint initiatives that benefited the broader community at large.
- Boosted donations to organization by strategizing and executing fundraising events.
- Assisted in disaster relief efforts, ensuring timely distribution of aid and supplies.
- Coordinated food drives for improved local food bank stock levels.
Substitute Teacher
Haywood County Schools
Waynesville, NC
04.2018 - 03.2022
- Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports, ensuring timely submission to administration for reporting purposes.
- Provided substitute teaching services across multiple grade levels and subjects, maintaining educational continuity in absence of regular teachers.
- Provided feedback to students on assignments and tests, offering constructive advice for improvement.
- Assisted in development of individualized education plans for students requiring additional support, contributing to their academic success.
- Adapted quickly to different classroom settings and teaching assignments, demonstrating flexibility and resourcefulness.
- Developed and executed lesson plans to cover required curriculum effectively.
- Improved learning outcomes with tailored instruction for diverse student needs.
- Fostered positive classroom environment, managing student behavior and promoting respect.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
Caregiver
Darlene Garrett
Leicester, NC
10.2013 - 06.2014
- Provided compassionate support for daily living activities, enhancing client comfort and well-being.
- Assisted clients with personal hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation to maintain health and independence.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client needs and progress to ensure quality care standards.
- Adapted care plans based on individual client preferences and feedback to improve satisfaction.
- Educated clients on wellness strategies, promoting healthy habits and lifestyles effectively.
- Oversaw daily operations of caregiving tasks, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and procedures.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
Teacher
Lusk Chapel Baptist Academy
Hot Springs, NC
09.2006 - 05.2007
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster positive student behavior.
- Assisted in assessing student progress through regular evaluations and feedback.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum effectiveness and student engagement.
- Integrated technology into lessons to improve student interaction and learning outcomes.
- Organized extracurricular activities that promoted teamwork and leadership skills among students.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
Education
High School Diploma -
Georgetown Baptist Academy
Leicester, NC05-2006
Skills
Classroom management
Adaptable
Relationship building and management
Student engagement
Behavior management
Classroom organization
Creativity in teaching
Lesson plan implementation
Lesson planning
Complex Problem-solving
Elementary education
Special education
Multi-subject instruction
Test proctoring
Art and music instruction
Positive reinforcement
Group and individual instruction
Smartboard technology
Proctoring
Classroom and activity supervision
Multitasking
Google classroom
Small group tutoring
Languages
Sign Language
Limited Working
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- DCDEE Certified
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
ESS
03.2022 - Current
Volunteer
Georgetown Baptist Ministries
01.2020 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Haywood County Schools
04.2018 - 03.2022
Caregiver
Darlene Garrett
10.2013 - 06.2014
Teacher
Lusk Chapel Baptist Academy
09.2006 - 05.2007
High School Diploma -
Georgetown Baptist Academy