PAMELA L. CUMMINGS
Teacher
Gray,TN
Summary
Successful English Teacher with expertise in building engaging lesson plans and communicating ideas to foster student comprehension. Expert in adapting course materials to meet established standards and individual academic capabilities. Well-versed in motivating students to meet learning objectives. Professional Teacher focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. Skilled lecturer, discussion facilitator and hands-on leader focused on student success. Excels at meeting and exceeding district standards.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
ADVANCED PLACEMENT ENGLISH TEACHER
BREWER HIGH SCHOOL
8 2019 - Current
- English I Pre-AP and English IV AP, Senior British Lit
ENGLISH TEACHER
CROWLEY HIGH SCHOOL
08.2014 - 01.2018
- English II, III, BLAST (Leadership program similar to AVID)
4TH GRADE TEACHER
LEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2013 - 01.2014
- ELA, Science, Math and Social Studies
JOURNALISM/ENGLISH TEACHER
BREWER HIGH SCHOOL
08.2011 - 01.2013
- Yearbook 1,2,3, Journalism 1, Newspaper & Online Journal, Photo 1 & 2, English II
ENGLISH TEACHER
ALVARADO HIGH SCHOOL
08.2008 - 06.2011
- English I, II and III, ESL
- AVID, Yearbook, Journalism
English Teacher
Washington County Department of Education
01.2021 - Current
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Utilized various assessment tools to track student progress and adapt teaching methods accordingly, resulting in improved performance.
- Implemented project-based learning opportunities to encourage creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving skills in students.
PK4-5 TEACHER
SAINT ANDREWS CATHOLIC MINISTRIES
09.2007 - 05.2008
- Responsibilities include preparing children ages 4-5 for reading, writing, arithmetic, and social interaction needed for Kindergarten.
KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL
07.1998 - 05.2007
- Responsibilities include preparing children ages 5-6 for reading, writing, arithmetic, and social interaction for elementary school.
Education
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction (Science)
University of Texas Arlington
Bachelor of Science - Communication/Discipline Journalism
East Tennessee State University
School of Education Alternative Certification, Secondary Education, Post Baccalaureate Program - undefined
Texas Christian University
General Physical Science Courses - undefined
Tarrant County College
Skills
Lesson Planning
Certification
TExES Certification Eng/Lang Arts/Reading Grades 8-12
Otherexperience
- Journalist and photojournalist (newspapers and publishing companies before teaching)
- Desktop publishing on PC and Mac
- Proficient in Software Programs: Skyward, All Microsoft Office/Outlook, Google Drive/Docs, CANVAS, Blackboard online learning platforms, ZOOM, Smart Board, Smart Suite
- Graphic artist
- Computer networking
- AVID teacher
- TELPAS Campus Trainer (for re-testers)
- Technology Integration Team
- CLT-Campus Leadership Team
- UIL Academic Coach Journalism, Academic Coach Fiction Writing
- UIL Academic Judge
- Journalism Club Sponsor
- Yearbook Adviser
- Newspaper and Online Journal Adviser
- WSISD Teacher of the Month (March)
- Coach Volleyball/Girls’ Soccer
Timeline
English Teacher
Washington County Department of Education
01.2021 - Current
ENGLISH TEACHER
CROWLEY HIGH SCHOOL
08.2014 - 01.2018
4TH GRADE TEACHER
LEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2013 - 01.2014
JOURNALISM/ENGLISH TEACHER
BREWER HIGH SCHOOL
08.2011 - 01.2013
ENGLISH TEACHER
ALVARADO HIGH SCHOOL
08.2008 - 06.2011
PK4-5 TEACHER
SAINT ANDREWS CATHOLIC MINISTRIES
09.2007 - 05.2008
KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL
07.1998 - 05.2007
ADVANCED PLACEMENT ENGLISH TEACHER
BREWER HIGH SCHOOL
8 2019 - Current
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction (Science)
University of Texas Arlington
Bachelor of Science - Communication/Discipline Journalism
East Tennessee State University
School of Education Alternative Certification, Secondary Education, Post Baccalaureate Program - undefined
Texas Christian University
General Physical Science Courses - undefined
Tarrant County College
TExES Certification Eng/Lang Arts/Reading Grades 8-12
ESL Certification Grades K-12 Supplemental – TELPAS State Certified
TExES Certification EC-4 Generalist
TExES by exam - Journalism Grades 8-12, Billingual Supplemental K-12
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