Pamela Cagle

Student-focused educational professional with 25 years of demonstrated experience in helping students to learn and achieve academic success.

Classroom

• Utilized data-driven decision making processes to assess student progress, inform instruction, and monitor teaching effectiveness.
• Evaluated and improved classroom environment to promote ultimate learning experiences.
• Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
• Developed and implemented strategies to improve student learning outcomes.
• Enhanced lessons with smart board technology and computers to address common core goals.
• 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.

Behavior

• Maintained a secure and disciplined classroom to provide a positive learning environment.
• Utilized behavior management skills to foster an environment conducive to student learning.
• Implemented appropriate disciplinary actions when necessary while ensuring compliance with school policies and procedures.
• Handled and resolved disciplinary issues according to district protocols.
• Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.

Communication

• Maintained an open line of communication with administrators regarding curriculum implementation and program initiatives.
• Facilitated meetings with parents and guardians in order to discuss student progress or behavior issues.

Professional Development

• Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.

Leadership

• As the lead teacher, I provided instructional guidance and mentorship to teachers in the development of lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessments.
• Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
• Provided support services such as tutoring or counseling for at-risk students.
• Served as a mentor for new teachers during their onboarding process.
• Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
• Severed as a member of the School's Leadership Team. The team collaborated with all grade levels to ensure that all students have access to a safe and supportive learning environment.
• Collaborated with other school staff to ensure that all students have access to a safe and supportive learning environment.

Classroom

• Provided engaging instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, science and social studies first graders.
• Collaborated with special education staff to ensure appropriate accommodations were made for students with IEPs.
• Assessed student performance through formal testing and informal observation.
• Planned and facilitated small group activities to enhance student understanding of material presented in whole-class setting.
• Utilized differentiated instruction techniques including cooperative learning groups and flexible grouping arrangements.
• Maintained safe, clean and organized classroom environment.
• Referred to district standards to plan lessons and prepare students to take assessments.
• Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.

Behavior

• Created classroom environment that promoted positive behavior expectations and respect for diversity.
• Maintained positive classroom culture through behavior management techniques.

Communication

• Encouraged parental involvement by communicating regularly through phone calls, emails, newsletters and parent conferences.
• Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
• Met with parents to communicate students' progress, achievements and classroom issues.

Professional Development

• Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.

Classroom

• Planned and implemented engaging lessons to meet the individual needs of each student.
• Assessed students' progress and created reports for parents, administrators, and other teachers.
• Organized activities that promoted physical, mental and social development.
• Collaborated with colleagues on various projects related to curriculum development and assessment strategies.
• Adapted lesson plans based on student performance data to ensure success for all learners.
• Supported at-risk students by providing additional assistance in order to help them reach grade level standards.
• Developed lesson plans consistent with established guidelines and goals.
• Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Assessed each child's developmental needs on continuous basis.
• Developed assessments to test student growth.
• Integrated variety of educational programs to develop strong academic foundation.

Behavior

• Provided a safe learning environment where children could explore their creativity.
• Fostered an atmosphere of respect through positive reinforcement techniques.
• Established clear expectations for classroom behavior and routines.
• Created and maintained safe learning environment for students.
• Monitored student behavior throughout the day to ensure safety rules were being followed.
• Implemented effective classroom management strategies such as setting limits while encouraging self-discipline.

Communication

• Facilitated parent and teacher conferences in order to discuss student progress.
• Coordinated conferences with parents to discuss student progress and establish goals for improvement and advancement.

Professional Development

• Attended professional development workshops in order to stay abreast of current trends in education.

Classroom

• Assessed student performance by administering tests, quizzes, and other assignments.
• Encouraged students to take responsibility for their own learning through individualized instruction and group activities.
• Integrated technology into the curriculum to enhance student engagement and understanding of topics covered in class.
• Maintained safe, clean and organized classroom environment.
• Prepared, administered and graded daily work and tests to evaluate student's progress.
• Provided positive feedback with emphasis on learning from mistakes to establish solid foundation for progress.

Behavior

• Created a positive learning environment that encouraged students to strive for excellence.
• Established classroom rules and expectations with students to ensure a safe and productive learning environment..
• Managed classroom behavior using positive reinforcement techniques while addressing misbehavior promptly.
• Encouraged critical thinking skills by posing open ended questions during class discussions.
• Created safe, nurturing environment of trust and respect.

Communication

• Communicated regularly with parents about student progress via phone calls, emails, meetings.
• Facilitated small groups of students during independent work time providing guidance when needed.

Professional Development

• Attended professional development workshops related to best practices in third grade education.

Classroom

• Planned and implemented engaging lessons to meet the individual needs of each student.
• Assessed students' progress and created reports for parents, administrators, and other teachers.
• Organized activities that promoted physical, mental and social development.
• Collaborated with colleagues on various projects related to curriculum development and assessment strategies.
• Adapted lesson plans based on student performance data to ensure success for all learners.
• Supported at-risk students by providing additional assistance in order to help them reach grade level standards.
• Developed lesson plans consistent with established guidelines and goals.
• Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Assessed each child's developmental needs on continuous basis.
• Developed assessments to test student growth.
• Integrated variety of educational programs to develop strong academic foundation.

Behavior

• Provided a safe learning environment where children could explore their creativity.
• Fostered an atmosphere of respect through positive reinforcement techniques.
• Established clear expectations for classroom behavior and routines.
• Created and maintained safe learning environment for students.
• Monitored student behavior throughout the day to ensure safety rules were being followed.
• Implemented effective classroom management strategies such as setting limits while encouraging self-discipline.

Communication

• Facilitated parent and teacher conferences in order to discuss student progress.
• Coordinated conferences with parents to discuss student progress and establish goals for improvement and advancement.

Professional Development

• Attended professional development workshops in order to stay abreast of current trends in education.
• Attended educational conferences and teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.