Myra Dyson
Summerville,SC
Summary
Dedicated and passionate teacher with proven track record successfully leading student discussions and providing individualized instruction. Communicates effectively with administrators, faculty and parents. Well versed in educational standards and innovative teaching methods.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Sumter School District
03.2018 - 05.2018
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Assigned, explained and graded homework.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative approaches to teaching.
Elementary School Counselor
Sumter School District
07.2000 - 01.2017
- Conducted group and individual counseling services to elementary students to meet developmental, preventive and remedial needs of students with learning disabilities.
- Maintained confidential behavioral data, special education reports and services reports.
- Organized and developed [Type] community and school activities to enhance student learning and engage students.
- Collaborated with behavioral aides, teachers, psychiatrists and school nurses to assess student needs and strengths.
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Taught classes and presented self-help or information sessions on subjects related to education and career planning.
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential.
- Used standardized assessments to evaluate abilities, interests and characteristics of different students.
- Encouraged students to explore age-appropriate and career-related opportunities.
Elementary School Counselor
Clarendon County School District
08.1988 - 05.2000
- Conducted group and individual counseling services to elementary students to meet developmental, preventive and remedial needs of students with learning disabilities.
- Maintained confidential behavioral data, special education reports and services reports.
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Taught classes and presented self-help or information sessions on subjects related to education and career planning.
- Collaborated with behavioral aides, teachers, psychiatrists and school nurses to assess student needs and strengths.
Middle School Teacher
Clarendon School District 2
08.1986 - 06.1988
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Assigned daily lesson plans designed to motivate students and allow for creativity.
- Prepared daily lesson plans for activities.
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites, and other educational materials.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
Elementary School Counselor
Dorchester School District 2
08.1985 - 05.1986
- Conducted group and individual counseling services to elementary students to meet developmental, preventive and remedial needs of students with learning disabilities.
- Maintained confidential behavioral data, special education reports and services reports.
- Collaborated with behavioral aides, teachers, psychiatrists and school nurses to assess student needs and strengths.
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
Elementary Teacher
Dorchester School District 2
08.1984 - 05.1985
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
Elementary School Teacher
Berkeley County School District
01.1980 - 05.1984
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Developed problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by presenting challenges to boost self-esteem and performance.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary And Middle School Administration
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Columbia, SC05.2015
Master of Science - Elementary Counseling
South Carolina State University
Orangeburg, SC05.1984
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
South Carolina State University
Orangeburg, SC05.1980
High School Diploma -
R. B. Stall High School
North Charleston, SC05.1976
Skills
- Behavior Modeling
- Discussion Facilitation
- Parent Communication
- Records Management
- Activity Planning
- Elementary Education
- Student Engagement
- Conflict Resolution
- Small Group Tutoring
Certification
Middle School
-Language Arts
-Science
-Social Studies
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Sumter School District
03.2018 - 05.2018
Elementary School Counselor
Sumter School District
07.2000 - 01.2017
Elementary School Counselor
Clarendon County School District
08.1988 - 05.2000
Middle School Teacher
Clarendon School District 2
08.1986 - 06.1988
Elementary School Counselor
Dorchester School District 2
08.1985 - 05.1986
Elementary Teacher
Dorchester School District 2
08.1984 - 05.1985
Elementary School Teacher
Berkeley County School District
01.1980 - 05.1984
Master of Science - Elementary And Middle School Administration
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Master of Science - Elementary Counseling
South Carolina State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
South Carolina State University
High School Diploma -
R. B. Stall High School
Middle School
-Language Arts
-Science
-Social Studies
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