Pelana Carithers
2721 Waterford Club Drive,GA
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Heritage Kids Christian Academy, excelling in classroom management and student engagement. Developed innovative lesson plans that fostered critical thinking and collaboration, while effectively integrating technology. Recognized for building strong relationships with students and parents, enhancing learning outcomes through a supportive and interactive environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Heritage Kids Christian Academy
Austell, GA
09.2023 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a supportive classroom environment encouraging student participation.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects and activities.
- Assessed student progress and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Integrated technology into lessons to facilitate interactive learning experiences.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and classroom management techniques.
- Developed strong relationships with 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.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Education
High School Diploma -
PebbleBrook High School
Austell, GA05.2012
Skills
Classroom management
Relationship building
Critical thinking
Lesson planning
Motivating students
Student engagement
Behavior management
Parent-teacher communication
Positive role model and mentor
Growth mindset
Classroom instruction
Conflict resolution
Collaborative learning
Student-centered learning
Child development
Group and individual instruction
Curriculum implementation
Student assessment
Small group instruction
Curriculum development
Technology integration
Social-emotional learning training
FLUENT IN LANGUAGE
Group instruction
Cooperative learning experience
Student evaluations
Alternative learning methods
Special needs students
Literacy development
Special education
State teaching credential
Curriculum compliance with state
Empathy and patience
Team building
Student motivation
Task prioritization
Parent-teacher conference coordination
Effective listening
Parental participation
Parent and student communication
Certification
CPR & first aid administered
Languages
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Teacher
Heritage Kids Christian Academy
09.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
PebbleBrook High School