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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, NC
05.2013

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-6

North Carolina Wesleyan College
Rocky Mount, NC
05.2006

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
Paula Pruden