Nessa Trentham
Sevierville,TN
Summary
High-energy Teacher with solid background educating students. Maintains organized and disciplined classroom environments devoted to student learning. Caring and compassionate in addressing individual student needs and promoting positive educational experiences. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Sevier County School System
Sevierville, TN
08.2014 - Current
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Supervised after school activities such as clubs or sports teams.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and online resources to enhance instruction.
- Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Scheduled tutoring sessions to help students improve grades and gain better grasp course material.
- Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
- Received recognition for contributions to innovative concepts in classroom instruction.
- Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
- Evaluated students on monthly basis and adjusted lessons accordingly to incorporate improvements.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
- Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
- Met with parents to discuss students' progress and review areas requiring improvement.
- Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
- Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
- Prepared and graded subject tests for students.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
Education
Educational Specialist - Curriculum And Instruction
Lincoln Memorial University
Harrogate, TN05-2019
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Bethel University
TN05-2014
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Tusculum University
Greeneville, TN12-2013
High School Diploma -
Gatlinburg Pittman High School
Gatlinburg, TN05-1996
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Student assessment
- Parent communication
- Behavior management
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Group instruction
- Tutoring support
- Student motivation
- Assigning and grading work
- Verbal and written communication
- Formative assessments and Standard-based grading
- Cultural sensitivity
- Community involvement
- Classwork assignment
- Creative lesson planning
- Classroom technology
- Family involvement
- Special needs students
- Classroom instruction
- Performance assessments
- Parent and student communication
- Curriculum compliance with TN
- Creative lesson plan development
- Fundraising
- Lesson delivery
- Excellent classroom management
- Relationship building
- Student-centered learning
- Reporting and documentation
- Group and individual instruction
- Flexible and adaptive
- Motivating students
- Learning strategies
- Team building
- Youth mentorship
- Standardized testing techniques
- Effective listening
- Social-emotional learning
- Assessment strategies
- Test proctoring
- IEP planning
- Growth mindset
- Student evaluations
- Faculty collaboration
- Empathy and patience
- Student engagement
- Positive role model and mentor
- Child development
Affiliations
- Well-rounded, personable, and compassionate professional with a background in education and a lifelong commitment to serving others. As a wife and mother of two adult daughters, I bring strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and a calm, dependable presence. Experienced in working with children and adults alike, with a genuine love for people and a talent for creating positive, welcoming interactions. Seeking a part-time role where I can contribute to a supportive and customer-focused environment.
Timeline
Teacher
Sevier County School System
08.2014 - Current
Educational Specialist - Curriculum And Instruction
Lincoln Memorial University
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Bethel University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Tusculum University
High School Diploma -
Gatlinburg Pittman High School