Highly motivated educator desires to improve relationships among faculty, students, and administrators. Resourceful and passionate with the talent for developing and implementing successful strategies to improve student learning and achievement. Proven understanding of standardized testing and performance benchmarking. Technologically savvy and dedicated to educational system improvement.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Auburn City Schools
Pick Elementary, Auburn Alabama
08.2024 - Current
Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within the classroom.
Established and maintained highly structured classroom culture where students demonstrated respect, responsibility and dedication to studies.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and best practices in teaching methods.
Guided learning process through use of clearly established goals and objectives to meet student and district goals and objectives.
Contributed to a positive school culture by actively participating in faculty meetings, committees, and special events throughout the year.
Promoted parental involvement in their child''s education by maintaining open lines of communication and hosting regular parent-teacher conferences.
Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
First Grade Teacher
Garrett Elementary School
Montgomery, Alabama
08.2021 - 05.2024
Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
Whole group/small group intervention for Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3.
Incorporated technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills
Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings
Summer School Instructional Supervisor
Garrett Elementary
Montgomery, Al
06.2023 - 06.2023
Planned and monitored implementation of technology-based learning programs.
Provided subject matter expertise on all courses, materials and lesson plans.
Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
Led meetings to convey policy changes, gather information, and assess employee thoughts.
Analyzed and interpreted government regulations and professional journals to verify educational initiative conformance to legal and quality requirements.
Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
Extended Day Facilitator
Garrett Elementary School
Montgomery, Alabama
03.2023 - 05.2023
Supported use of technology to motivate and prepare students for 21st Century
Reviewed and analyzed achievement data from students
Reconciling payroll
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines
Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently
First Grade Teacher
Southlawn Elementary School
Montgomery, Alabama
08.2019 - 05.2021
Self-contained: reading/English language arts, math, science, social studies.
Created lesson plans to meet district, state, and Common Core standards.
Achieved benchmark with 68% of students in reading/ELA.
Administered interventions for medium-to-low performing students for mastery of ACOS objectives.
Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
Fifth Grade Teacher
Carver Elementary And Arts Magnet School
Montgomery , Alabama
08.2018 - 05.2019
Departmentalized: math, science, social studies.
Engaged students in hands-on learning through real world math applications and science labs.
Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
Attended workshops on conscious discipline, emotional intelligence, and effective teaching strategies.
Designed, organized, and presided over Career Week for the entire grade level.
Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
Education
Master of Education - Elementary/Childhood Education
Auburn University-Montgomery
Montgomery, AL
05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Troy State University
Montgomery, AL
Skills
Multimedia Instruction
Student Needs Assessments
Positive Reinforcement Strategies
Classroom Management Techniques
Assessment Administration
Differentiated Instruction
Individual Education Plan Expertise
Team Collaboration
Disciplinary Measures
Certification
Class A Instructional Leader Grades P-12
State of Alabama
08/12/2022
Ed Connective Leadership Mentoring
11/2023-02/2024
Timeline
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Auburn City Schools
08.2024 - Current
Summer School Instructional Supervisor
Garrett Elementary
06.2023 - 06.2023
Extended Day Facilitator
Garrett Elementary School
03.2023 - 05.2023
First Grade Teacher
Garrett Elementary School
08.2021 - 05.2024
First Grade Teacher
Southlawn Elementary School
08.2019 - 05.2021
Fifth Grade Teacher
Carver Elementary And Arts Magnet School
08.2018 - 05.2019
Master of Education - Elementary/Childhood Education