Patricia “Dawn” Powell
Certified Teacher
Union,United States
Summary
Engaging Kindergarten Teacher committed to preparing young students for elementary learning. Models diverse academic knowledge along with nurturing and enthusiastic presence that energizes students. Forms partnerships with parents and other education professionals to deliver learning and emotional support each child needs.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Newton Elementary School
Newton, MS
08.1997 - 05.2022
- Played games with students to increase understanding of subjects.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Delegated tasks to teacher assistants and school volunteers.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create and use enhanced technology and smart boards.
- Instructed children between ages five and six on mathematical basics.
- Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multi-sensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills.
Education
High School Diploma -
Newton High School
Newton, MS 08.1986 - 05.1991
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
East Central Community College
Decatur, MS 08.1991 - 05.1993
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS 08.1998 - 12.2000
Skills
Elementary education
Social skills
Common core
Accomplishments
I was selected for the Golden Apple Award. It was such an honor to be nominated by a co-worker for doing what I love to do.
Timeline
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Mississippi State University
08.1998 - 12.2000
Kindergarten Teacher
Newton Elementary School
08.1997 - 05.2022
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
East Central Community College
08.1991 - 05.1993
High School Diploma -
Newton High School
08.1986 - 05.1991