Natalie Cumpson
Hampton
Summary
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
279 East Central Street, Suite 290, Franklin, MA 0
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
Hampton, VA
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
Atlanta, GA
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
Newport News, VA
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
Wichita Falls, TX
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
- Assign lessons and correct homework.
Education
Masters of Science - Education
OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY
05.1997
Bachelors of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY
12.1996
Skills
- Differentiated learning techniques
- Behavioral/cognitive skills development
- Interdisciplinary teaching
- Proofreading/editing
- Creative lesson plan development
- Reporting and documentation
- Parent and student communication
- Innovative lesson planning
- Working collaboratively
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Editor
Wordsmith Pros
03.2019 - Current
Editor
A Closer Look
03.2018 - 02.2020
4th - 6th Grade Classroom Teacher
Hampton City Schools
07.2003 - 12.2023
5th Grade Classroom Teacher
NEWPORT NEWS PUBLIC SCHOOLS
08.2000 - 06.2003
7th - 8th Grade English Teacher
WICHITA FALLS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.1997 - 05.2000
Bachelors of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY
Masters of Science - Education
OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY