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PHAEDRA REDDING

San Tan Valley

Summary

Innovative Secondary School English Teacher known for the ability to deliver engaging lessons and foster a positive learning environment. Efficient in task completion, adept at curriculum development, classroom management, and incorporating technology into instructional methods. Excel in communication, empathy, and adaptability, ensuring student success and fostering an inclusive classroom culture. Prepared to further career in a Post Secondary Educational setting.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

International Secondary School English Teacher

Emirates National Schools-Dubai, UAE
08.2024 - 01.2025
  • Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student groups.
  • Implemented innovative teaching techniques to enhance language comprehension.
  • Led classroom discussions to foster critical thinking and communication skills.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary curriculum projects.
  • Organized extracurricular activities to promote student engagement and teamwork.
  • Evaluated student progress through assessments and provided constructive feedback.
  • Integrated technology into lessons to improve learning outcomes and engagement.
  • Monitored student behavior in accordance with school policies and procedures.
  • Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
  • Mentored struggling students with one-on-one tutoring sessions outside of class time.
  • Encouraged creative writing among all levels of learners through various exercises and prompts.
  • Facilitated student success and academic growth new curriculum implementation.
  • Maintained school-wide culture of respect and actively used positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) disciplinary methods.
  • Guided students through exploration and analysis of different art forms and implemented hands-on approach to art education.
  • Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.

Academic Coach

Communities In Schools-West Palm Beach, FLA
West Palm Beach
07.2023 - 08.2024
  • Community Liaison.
  • Build rapport with students.
  • Build rapport with Teachers and community.
  • Help students identify strengths and weaknesses.
  • Assist students with setting their academic, attendance, behavior, and career goals.
  • Develop student habits and other skills to ensure their success.
  • Analyze data and tracking student progress towards goals.
  • Connect students with other community resources, as needed.
  • Stay connected with parents, teachers, community and all stakeholders.
  • Facilitated one-on-one academic support for students in various subjects.
  • Developed personalized learning plans based on student needs and goals.
  • Collaborated with teachers to enhance student engagement and performance.
  • Coordinated workshops to promote academic skills and study techniques.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to parents and guardians.
  • Built relationships with students to foster a positive learning environment.
  • Assisted in implementing school-wide initiatives for academic improvement.
  • Discussed academic issues of students such as and with instructors and administrators.
  • Helped students develop strategies for improving test taking skills.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and other data related to academics.
  • Advised parents on how best to encourage their children academically.
  • Generated reports detailing the progress being made by individual learners.
  • Provided guidance on course selection, study skills, and time management techniques.
  • Assisted in development and evaluation of school programs by sharing data and insights into student success with teacher and administrators.
  • Collaborated with faculty to ensure student success.
  • Assisted students in developing and executing academic plans that fit their individual needs.
  • Assessed areas of difficulty in order to create an appropriate plan of action.
  • Developed a system of rewards for outstanding academic achievement.
  • Explained complicated concepts in a way that was easily understood by students.
  • Integrated technology into instruction whenever possible.
  • Facilitated group discussions about topics relevant to the classroom environment.
  • Monitored student progress through regular assessments and feedback sessions.

English/Language Arts Teacher

Don Estridge High Tech Middle School-Educator School District of Palm Beach County, Florida
West Palm Beach
08.2019 - 07.2023
  • Develop and implement lesson plans.
  • Build rapport with students.
  • Help students identify strengths and weaknesses.
  • Assist students with setting their academic, attendance, behavior, and career goals.
  • Develop student habits and other skills to ensure their success.
  • Analyze data and tracking student progress towards goals.
  • Connect students with other community resources, as needed.
  • Stay connected with parents, teachers, community and all stakeholders.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student learning needs.
  • Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance critical thinking skills.
  • Implemented innovative teaching strategies to improve literacy comprehension.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects and assessments.
  • Monitored student progress and provided timely feedback for improvement.
  • Organized extracurricular activities to promote language arts interests.
  • Integrated technology tools to support interactive learning experiences.
  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and goals.
  • Helped develop strong verbal and written communication skills by leading students through listening, speaking, reading and writing activities.
  • Educated students on spelling, grammar and language rules through developmentally appropriate curriculum.
  • Compiled bibliographies of specialized materials to assign for outside reading assignments.
  • Facilitated student success and academic growth new curriculum implementation.
  • Maintained school-wide culture of respect and actively used positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) disciplinary methods.
  • Guided students through exploration and analysis of different art forms and implemented hands-on approach to art education.
  • Coordinated with other professional staff members to evaluate and assess science-based curriculum.

English/Language Arts Teacher

Stephenson Middle School District of Dekalb County, GA
07.2016 - 08.2019
  • Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.
  • Develops schemes of work, lesson plans and tests that are in accordance with established procedures.
  • Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
  • Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
  • Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
  • Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school.
  • Provide appropriate feedback on work.
  • Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.
  • Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development.
  • Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations.
  • Prepare required reports on students and activities.
  • Participate in department, school, district and parent meetings.
  • Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs.

English/Language Arts Middle School Teacher

School District of Palm Beach County-West Palm Beach, FL
08.2013 - 08.2016
  • Coordinate the use of language proficiency and diagnostic testing.
  • Develop programs and materials to ensure ELL students and those with a verbal deficit are supported effectively to make rapid progress.
  • Oversee the use of language acquisition support plans (ELL plans) for all identified students and work with teachers to implement these plans successfully including the use of curriculum adaptations and personalized plans.
  • Support staff with developing and establishing classroom strategies designed to support the inclusion, access and progress of EAL/ELL students.
  • Use relevant data to analyze student progress and inform targets for further development and improvement.
  • Attend parent meetings where appropriate.
  • Be an active member of the Inclusion Team.
  • Keep up to date with relevant research and theories in order to ensure that innovative approaches are developed to ensure Inclusive practice.

Magnet School: English/Language Arts/ELL Middle School Teacher

LC Swain Middle School-West Palm Beach, FL
08.2007 - 08.2013
  • Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.
  • Develops schemes of work, lesson plans and tests that are in accordance with established procedures.
  • Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
  • Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
  • Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
  • Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school.
  • Provide appropriate feedback on work.
  • Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.
  • Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development.
  • Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations.
  • Prepare required reports on students and activities.
  • Participate in department, school, district and parent meetings.
  • Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs.

Learning Center: Tutor-Part Time

Urban League of Palm Beach County-West Palm Beach, FLA
01.2005 - 12.2007
  • Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.
  • Develops schemes of work, lesson plans and tests that are in accordance with established procedures.
  • Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
  • Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
  • Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
  • Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the Learning Center.

Reading Coach/District Contact

School District of Palm Beach County-Florida
08.2005 - 08.2007
  • Building rapport with Teachers and students.
  • Coach Teachers in diagnosing student reading deficiencies.
  • Coach Teachers in providing reading interventions and support for students.
  • Helping students identify strengths and weaknesses.
  • Assisting students with setting their reading, academic, and career goals.
  • Developing student habits and other skills to ensure their success.
  • Analyzing data and tracking student progress towards reading goals.
  • Analyzing data and tracking student progress and collaborating with teachers for student reading success.
  • Connecting students with other community resources, as needed.
  • Staying connected with parents, teachers, community and all stakeholders for reading progress.

High School English and ELL Teacher FULL TIME / Reading and Writing Tutor PART TIME

Palm Beach Lakes High School- School District of Palm Beach County-Florida
08.2000 - 08.2005
  • Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.
  • Develops schemes of work, lesson plans and tests that are in accordance with established procedures.
  • Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
  • Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
  • Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
  • Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school.
  • Provide appropriate feedback on work.
  • Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.
  • Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development.
  • Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations.
  • Prepare required reports on students and activities.
  • Participate in department, school, district and parent meetings.
  • Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs.

Learning Center Teacher-Part Time

Sylvan Learning Center-Palm Beach Gardens, FL
01.2003 - 12.2003
  • Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.
  • Develops schemes of work, lesson plans and tests that are in accordance with established procedures.
  • Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
  • Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
  • Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
  • Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the Learning Center.

High School /Teacher Tutor Part Time

Right Turn International-West Palm Beach, FL
01.2000 - 08.2001
  • TUTOR.
  • Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.
  • Develops schemes of work, lesson plans and tests that are in accordance with established procedures.
  • Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
  • Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
  • Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
  • Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school.
  • Provide appropriate feedback on work.
  • Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.
  • Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development.
  • Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations.
  • Prepare required reports on students and activities.
  • Participate in department, school, district and parent meetings.
  • Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs.

Substitute Teacher

School District of Palm Beach County-West Palm Beach, FLA
08.1999 - 08.2000
  • IN PLACE OF REGULAR TEACHER - Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.
  • Develops schemes of work, lesson plans and tests that are in accordance with established procedures.
  • Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
  • Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
  • Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
  • Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school.

Education

Master of Science Degree - Curriculum and Instruction

Western Governors University, Utah

Certificate - Professional Education

Florida Atlantic University, Jupiter, Fla
01.2003 - 08.2003

Bachelor's Degree - English

University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
08.1992 - 12/1997

Diploma -

Palm Beach Lakes Community High School, West Palm Beach, FL

Skills

  • Public Speaking
  • Proofreading
  • Community Liaison
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Presentation Skills
  • Google Suite
  • Tutoring
  • Program Development
  • Google Docs
  • Behavior Management
  • Communications Expert
  • Case Management
  • Mentoring
  • Curriculum Development
  • Google Classroom
  • Teacher Coaching
  • Program Management
  • Teaching
  • Data Analysis
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Writing Skills
  • Organizational Skills
  • Apple iPad for Students and Teachers
  • Classroom Management
  • Microsoft Word
  • Time Management
  • Writing Expert
  • Lesson planning
  • Classroom management
  • Student assessment
  • Curriculum development
  • Technology integration
  • Instructional strategies
  • Educational data analysis
  • Stakeholder communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Parent engagement
  • Problem solving
  • Critical thinking
  • Mentoring students
  • Creativity enhancement
  • Conflict resolution
  • Standardized testing
  • Instructional technology
  • Project-based learning
  • Collaborative learning
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Feedback provision
  • Literary analysis
  • Teaching strategies
  • Peer evaluation
  • Writing instruction
  • Educational research
  • Student motivation
  • Individualized support
  • Reading comprehension
  • Language acquisition strategies
  • Cross-cultural communication
  • Group leadership
  • Writing concepts
  • Individualized instruction
  • Clear communication
  • English for specific purposes
  • Substitute teaching
  • Skill building
  • Debate moderation
  • Creative and expository writing
  • Digital literacy integration
  • Adapting to different learning styles
  • Academic advising
  • Learning management systems
  • Grade recording
  • Class lectures
  • Language proficiency
  • Individualized learning plans
  • Lecturing
  • Online teaching
  • Faculty collaboration
  • Text analysis
  • Active listening
  • Field trips
  • Digital literacy skills
  • Listening comprehension
  • Quality education
  • English literature knowledge
  • Essay writing instruction
  • Organizational growth
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Digital media presentations
  • Composition lessons
  • Curriculum implementation
  • Student records management
  • Student engagement
  • Writing coursework
  • Academic advisement
  • Time management
  • Licensed in Florida and Georgia
  • Classroom technology
  • Essay grading
  • Group and individual instruction

Willing To Relocate

Phoenix, AZ

Certification

  • Google Classroom Level 2, 08/01/18, Present
  • Google Classroom
  • Google Suite
  • Google Docs
  • Google Email
  • Google Drive
  • State of Florida Professional Teaching Certification, 06/01/21, 07/31/25
  • Professional Educator License Florida and Georgia, 06/01/16, 08/31/22

Professional Summary - Career Objective

To continue advancing in Post Secondary and Secondary Education.

Personal Information

Authorized To Work: US for any employer

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract Work

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Salary Range

$55000/yr - $174000/yr

Timeline

International Secondary School English Teacher - Emirates National Schools-Dubai, UAE
08.2024 - 01.2025
Academic Coach - Communities In Schools-West Palm Beach, FLA
07.2023 - 08.2024
English/Language Arts Teacher - Don Estridge High Tech Middle School-Educator School District of Palm Beach County, Florida
08.2019 - 07.2023
English/Language Arts Teacher - Stephenson Middle School District of Dekalb County, GA
07.2016 - 08.2019
English/Language Arts Middle School Teacher - School District of Palm Beach County-West Palm Beach, FL
08.2013 - 08.2016
Magnet School: English/Language Arts/ELL Middle School Teacher - LC Swain Middle School-West Palm Beach, FL
08.2007 - 08.2013
Reading Coach/District Contact - School District of Palm Beach County-Florida
08.2005 - 08.2007
Learning Center: Tutor-Part Time - Urban League of Palm Beach County-West Palm Beach, FLA
01.2005 - 12.2007
Florida Atlantic University - Certificate, Professional Education
01.2003 - 08.2003
Learning Center Teacher-Part Time - Sylvan Learning Center-Palm Beach Gardens, FL
01.2003 - 12.2003
High School English and ELL Teacher FULL TIME / Reading and Writing Tutor PART TIME - Palm Beach Lakes High School- School District of Palm Beach County-Florida
08.2000 - 08.2005
High School /Teacher Tutor Part Time - Right Turn International-West Palm Beach, FL
01.2000 - 08.2001
Substitute Teacher - School District of Palm Beach County-West Palm Beach, FLA
08.1999 - 08.2000
University of Florida - Bachelor's Degree, English
08.1992 - 12/1997
Western Governors University - Master of Science Degree, Curriculum and Instruction
Palm Beach Lakes Community High School - Diploma,
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