Paula Pruden
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at various grade levels, enhancing teacher effectiveness and student academic growth through innovative teaching strategies and effective parent-teacher communication. Excelled in fostering collaborative learning environments and implementing literacy programs, achieving significant improvements in reading comprehension and classroom participation.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
4th Grade ELA Teacher
Coker-Wimberly Elementary School
10.2021 - Current
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians to support students'' academic progress and personal growth.
Third & Fifth Grade Teacher
Baskerville Elementary School
08.2016 - 10.2021
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Assistant Principal
Everetts Elementary School
10.2015 - 06.2016
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Partnered with community organizations to enhance educational experiences through field trips and guest speakers.
- Spearheaded initiatives to address diverse student needs, including special education and gifted programming.
- Promoted a positive school culture by cultivating strong relationships among students, staff, and families.
Education
Master of Science - School Administration
Elizabeth City State University
Elizabeth City, NC05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-6
North Carolina Wesleyan College
Rocky Mount, NC05.2006
Skills
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Grammar Teaching
- Collaborative learning
- Oral communication
- Reading Comprehension
- Literary Analysis
- Teaching strategies
Timeline
4th Grade ELA Teacher
Coker-Wimberly Elementary School
10.2021 - Current
Third & Fifth Grade Teacher
Baskerville Elementary School
08.2016 - 10.2021
Assistant Principal
Everetts Elementary School
10.2015 - 06.2016
Master of Science - School Administration
Elizabeth City State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-6
North Carolina Wesleyan College
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