Nancy Caine
Asheville,NC
Summary
Dedicated educator with a proven track record teaching 6th grade Social Studies at John Griffin Middle School, excelling in classroom management and curriculum development. Fostered student engagement through innovative, inquiry-based learning methods, while maintaining open parent-teacher communication. Recognized for mentoring new teachers and creating enriching extracurricular activities that inspired curiosity and critical thinking.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
John Griffin Middle School
08.2018 - 06.2025
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Fostered a positive and diverse learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners.Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Organized and lead extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
Substitute Teacher
Cumberland County Schools
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher..
- Upheld classroom routines to support the school environment.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on trusted performance.
Long-term Substitute Teacher
Dickinson Public Schools
11.2016 - 06.2017
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating problem-solving exercises into lessons.
Education
Alternative Licensure Program - Education
Eastern Carolina University
Greenville, NC02-2021
Bachelor of Arts - History
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, Ga12-1999
Skills
- Creative lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Classroom management
- Critical thinking
- Curriculum development
- Inquiry-based learning
- Differentiated Instruction
Certification
- Teaching Certification - State of North Carolina
Timeline
Teacher
John Griffin Middle School
08.2018 - 06.2025
Substitute Teacher
Cumberland County Schools
01.2018 - 05.2018
Long-term Substitute Teacher
Dickinson Public Schools
11.2016 - 06.2017
Alternative Licensure Program - Education
Eastern Carolina University
Bachelor of Arts - History
Valdosta State University
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