I taught English and History as a classroom teacher for 26 years. In addition, I have experience editing for two different mystery shopping companies. I work well with deadlines and am a strong communicator.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Editor
Wordsmith Pros
03.2019 - Current
Enhanced publication quality by diligently proofreading and editing reports for grammar, spelling, and consistency.
4th - 6th Grade Classroom Teacher
Hampton City Schools
07.2003 - 12.2023
3 years as a 4th grade classroom teacher
1 year as a 6th grade Language Arts teacher
15 years as a 5th grade classroom teacher
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students
Confer with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems
Maintain accurate, complete, and correct student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations
Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress
Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
Editor
A Closer Look
03.2018 - 02.2020
Fixing grammar and punctuation on mystery shopping reports, preparing for submission to clients
Contacting shoppers for clarification on any NO or N/A item that is not covered in comments
Being available to edit shop reports that come in at all hours, including defaults that must check for throughout the day.
5th Grade Classroom Teacher
NEWPORT NEWS PUBLIC SCHOOLS
08.2000 - 06.2003
Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students
Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations
Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students
Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities
Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks
Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and to determine priorities for their children and their resource needs.
7th - 8th Grade English Teacher
WICHITA FALLS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.1997 - 05.2000
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students
Confer with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems
Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities
Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress