Pamela Driver
Stonewall,MS
Summary
Professional educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Quitman Lower Elementary
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Developed strong relationships with 20 students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
Teacher's Assistant
Quitman Lower Elementary
05.2007 - 05.2022
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing 20 students in recess environments.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
- Taught courses under guidance of senior instructors.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood / General Education
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS05-2022
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Differentiated instruction
- Small group instruction
- Student assessment
- Excellent classroom management
- Data analysis
- Classroom instruction
Certification
- Elementary Education Certificate - MS Department of Education.
Timeline
Teacher
Quitman Lower Elementary
08.2022 - 05.2024
Teacher's Assistant
Quitman Lower Elementary
05.2007 - 05.2022
- Elementary Education Certificate - MS Department of Education.
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood / General Education
Mississippi State University
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