Ophelia Royalty
Matthews,NC
Summary
Passionate entry-level teaching professional who is dedicated to cultivating an inclusive, student-centric classroom where students are empowered to take ownership of their education and challenged to think critically about historical and contemporary issues. Committed to using strong intrapersonal skills to establishing meaningful connections with students, thus creating a positive, supportive classroom atmosphere. Experienced in the application of learning science to ensure that lessons align with how students learn, as well as the utilization of strategies that help to promote higher engagement, retention, and a deep understanding of content; Zone of Proximal Development, Cognitive Load Theory, and differentiation are important facets of lesson design and implementation to build students' mastery. Devoted to nurturing students' love for lifelong learning by encouraging their intellectual curiosity, autonomy, and a growth mindset.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Skills
- Student Rapport
- Student Health and Safety
- Behavior Modeling
- Curriculum Development
- Content Differentiation
- Technology Integration
- Performance Evaluation
- IEP Adherence
- PLC Collaboration
Work History
Instructional Assistant
Telra Institute
Charlotte, NC
02.2025 - 06.2025
- Provided support and behavioral modeling during lessons across 7 classrooms to increase students' academic success
- Monitored academic progress to identify areas requiring additional support, then implemented plans to meet needs
- Tutored students in both one-on-one lessons and small group learning environments
- Collated, organized, and distributed differentiated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess, study hall, and lunchroom environments
- Supported general education teachers in implementing strategies to meet needs of students with IEPs
- Acted as a classroom substitute, following lesson and behavioral plans left by teachers to continue instruction
Student Teacher
South Mecklenburg High School
02.2024 - 12.2024
- Managed 30 students per class by fostering a positive, student-centric classroom environment that encouraged participation and collaboration
- Implemented classroom management by establishing clear routines, positive reinforcement, and student autonomy, in order to create an atmosphere that is empowering as well as structured
- Developed lesson plans that aligned with state standards and objectives whilst incorporating differentiated instruction
- Utilized aspects of cognitive science such as modeling, scaffolding, and retrieval practice to support students' content and skill acquisition
- Assessed data from formative and summative assessments to gain insight into students' progress and adjust instruction accordingly
- Collaborated with mentor teacher and school staff to support students' individual emotional and academic growth
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NC12-2024
Certification
- Professional Educator's License - North Carolina Board of Education & Department of Public Instruction
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Healthcare benefitsPaid time offCompany CultureTimeline
Instructional Assistant
Telra Institute
02.2025 - 06.2025
Student Teacher
South Mecklenburg High School
02.2024 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
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