Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Professional References
Published Works
Recognitions
Timeline
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Nancy Neff

Chattanooga,TN

Summary

Engaging teacher with experience teaching English and history courses in both private and public schools. Highly successful in motivating students using both whole class and small group instruction. Proven skills in engaging scholars through project based learning and subject expertise. Excellent rapport with students, parents, co-workers, and administration.

Overview

43
43
years of professional experience

Work History

9th Grade English Teacher

East Ridge High School
Chattanooga, TN
08.2024 - Current
  • Fostered a culture of respect within the classroom by modeling positive behavior expectations for approximately 70 students and promoting collaboration among peers.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents to promote open lines of communication regarding student progress and areas for improvement.
  • Ensured a supportive learning environment by consistently monitoring classroom dynamics and addressing individual student needs.
  • Participated actively in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and maintain subject matter expertise.
  • Collaborated effectively with colleagues, sharing best practices, resources, and lesson ideas to enhance departmental effectiveness at weekly meetings.
  • Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
  • Assessed and evaluated student performance through use of standardized testing including three Benchmarks and one EOC
  • Assessed and evaluated student performance through use of standardized testing.
  • Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
  • Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.

6/7/8 Grades History and Geography Teacher

Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence
Chattanooga, TN
08.2017 - 05.2024
  • Small Groups/Individual Tutoring/RTI
  • Sponsor: Debate Club, Civics Club, Jeopardy Club
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for 100 students per year.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Advised and counseled 100 students per year to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Contributed to a positive school environment by actively participating in staff meetings, professional development workshops, and extracurricular events.
  • Organized and prepared materials for daily instruction.
  • Promoted cultural awareness among students by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.

Adjunct Instructor

University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN
08.2007 - 12.2016
  • Western Humanities I
  • Western Humanities II
  • Values in 20th Century American Fiction
  • Rhetoric and Composition
  • English as Second Language
  • Mentored struggling students with targeted one-on-one assistance, leading to improved academic performance.
  • Used lectures, discussions and demonstrations to increase learning and classroom success.
  • Integrated current events and cultural themes into course materials to contextualize subject matter and facilitate lifelong learning.
  • Improved student understanding by efficiently managing teaching materials and answering students' discussion inquiries.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, assignments, and grades, ensuring timely communication with stakeholders regarding academic progress.

Teacher 5-8 History

Senter School (Private K-8)
Chattanooga, TN
01.1982 - 01.2007

Assistant Principal, Chair – Disciplinary Committee, Before School Supervisor, Drama Club co-sponsor, Assembly coordinator, Student trip chaperone, Cheerleader co-sponsor, Newspaper sponsor

  • Developed strong relationships with 1750 students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering supportive learning environment.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all 1750 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.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
  • Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.

Education

Teacher Licensure Program - Dept. of Education -

University of Tennessee At Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN

Master of Arts - English Literature

University of Tennessee At Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN

Bachelor of Arts - English/History

University of Tennessee At Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Lesson Planning
  • Motivating students
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Growth Mindset
  • Collaborative learning
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Project-based learning
  • Student rapport
  • Subject matter expertise
  • Online Teaching

Professional References

William (Bill) Kennedy     

Former HCS Principal and Vice President (retired) of the Public Education Foundation        

bkenn4617@gmail.com     

423-304-6444


Susan Kennedy    

Former HCS Principal 

kennedy_susanm@yahoo.com       

423-413-7472


James (Trey) Hicks     

Assistant Principal   

East Ridge High School

hicks_james@hcde.org      

 423-488-7317

Published Works

  • Marcia Noe, Nancy Neff, Reading Miss Lulu Bett: The Reception History of a Midwestern Classic, Midwestern Miscellany, 31, Spring 2003, 9-16
  • Nancy Neff, Ronald S. Green, Teaching How Do You Live? in Middle School Classrooms, Education About Asia, 7, 2, 2022, 11-14

Recognitions

  • 2022, George Washington Teacher Institute Fellow
  • 2022, Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence Middle- Teacher of the Year
  • 2013, UTC College of Arts and Sciences Adjunct Instructor of the Year
  • 2011, Professional Equity Program Award - Conference of College Composition and Communication
  • 2003, Who's Who Among America's College Students, Student/Faculty Research Grant, Outstanding Graduate Student Award (English Literature)
  • 2002, Membership - Society for the Study of Midwestern Literature, SGA grant for SSML conference
  • 2001, Inducted into Sigma Tau Delta - Xi Alpha Chapter (Honor Society for English)
  • 1990, Who's Who Among America's Teachers
  • 1983, Shakespeare Summer School, Stratford, England
  • 1982, Clan Donald Scholarship Finalist




Timeline

9th Grade English Teacher

East Ridge High School
08.2024 - Current

6/7/8 Grades History and Geography Teacher

Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence
08.2017 - 05.2024

Adjunct Instructor

University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
08.2007 - 12.2016

Teacher 5-8 History

Senter School (Private K-8)
01.1982 - 01.2007

Teacher Licensure Program - Dept. of Education -

University of Tennessee At Chattanooga

Master of Arts - English Literature

University of Tennessee At Chattanooga

Bachelor of Arts - English/History

University of Tennessee At Chattanooga
Nancy Neff