Natasha Lightcap
Summary
Upbeat teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Upper Elementary Teacher
Flagler County Schools
08.2016 - 11.2021
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Successfully managed classroom behavior by implementing a clear expectations system and consistent consequences for misbehavior.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Implemented project-based learning activities that encouraged creativity, innovation, and problem-solving skills among students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Organized field trips and guest speakers to enrich the curriculum and provide hands-on learning experiences for students.
Upper Elementary Teacher
Volusia County Schools
01.2009 - 06.2016
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Successfully managed classroom behavior by implementing a clear expectations system and consistent consequences for misbehavior.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Adapted teaching methods according to student performance data, ensuring continuous growth in knowledge retention and application skills.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
- Led diverse students to academic success with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Daytona State College
Daytona Beach, FL12.2008
Skills
- Student-Centered Learning
- Science Instruction
- Positive Behavior Techniques
- Collaborative learning
- Lesson Planning
- Individualized Learning Plans
- Safe, Positive Learning Environment
- Language Arts Instruction
- Standardized tests
- Class Management
- Mathematics Instruction
- Elementary Education
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Upper Elementary Teacher
Flagler County Schools
08.2016 - 11.2021
Upper Elementary Teacher
Volusia County Schools
01.2009 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Daytona State College
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