Hi, I’m
Dr. Phyllis Bannister
Teacher
Clarksville,TN
Overview
30
years of professional experience
1
Certification
1
Reading Specialist Certification
Work History
Tennessee Connections Academy , White House, TN
5th Grade Virtual Math and Science Teacher
2021.08 - 2022.06 (10 months)
Job overview
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support in a virtual environment.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Communicated with studenparents and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Collaborated with specialists to meet needs of IEP and 504 students requiring extra support.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results within 2 days.
- Collaborated with other teachers to integrate science and math into other curricula.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and
- Supported student comprehension of scientific principles through individualized instruction with a minimum of 80% accuracy.
- Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle school national science competitions.
Kenwood Middle School , Clarksville, TN
6th Grade Virtual Science Teacher
2020.08 - 2021.05 (9 months)
Job overview
- Identified pupil needs and cooperated with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students resolve health, attitude and learning problems.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Provided individualized feedback to support student learning and development.
- Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
- Used exams and standardized assessment tools to measure student progress.
- Collaborated with specialists to meet needs of 504 and IEP students requiring extra support.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Used technology regularly in daily lessons and encouraged use by students to enhance learning experience and keep up with current trends.
- Designed innovative science curricula to engage students and promote critical thinking.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle school national science competitions.
- Supported student comprehension of scientific principles through individualized instruction.
- Instructed enlightening science classes according to formulated plans and outlines and modified as necessary to achieve learning objectives.
- Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
- Developed learning activities and deployed differentiated science instruction to address various types of learners.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Collaborated with other teachers to integrate science into other curricula.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Assessed and evaluated student performance through use of standardized testing.
Kenwood Middle School
6th Grade Language Arts Teacher
2018.08 - 2020.12 (2 years & 4 months)
Job overview
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment and expression of original ideas.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails and Parent Teacher Club.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Planned and supervised class projects, field trips and visits by guest speakers.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavioral issues.
- Integrated Smartboard and other instructional technologies into classroom.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Increased parent satisfaction through well-organized IEP meetings and family conferences focused on improving parent-child bonding skills.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
Kenwood Middle School
6th, 7th, 8th Grade Intervention Teacher
2013.01 - 2018.05 (5 years & 4 months)
Job overview
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
- Developed and distributed study guides to reinforce lecture details and help students with test preparation.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests, and assignments.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Collaborated with specialists to meet needs of 504 and IEP students requiring extra support.
- Incorporated Software technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Used Software to upload student grades and absence data into district computer systems.
- Assigned daily lesson plans designed to motivate students and allow for creativity.
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites, and other educational materials.
Kenwood Middle School
6th Grade Language Arts Teacher
2003.08 - 2013.12 (10 years & 4 months)
Job overview
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment and expression of original ideas.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails and Title 1 -Parent Teacher Club.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Planned and supervised class projects, field trips and visits by guest speakers.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavioral issues.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Utilized group and hands-on learning experiences for proficient teacher evaluation score.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Increased parent satisfaction through well-organized IEP meetings and family conferences focused on improving parent-child bonding skills.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Administered and interpreted assessment results to determine learners' challenges.
Moore Elementary School
Elementary School Teacher
1992.08 - 2003.05 (10 years & 9 months)
Job overview
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Provided individualized and diversified instruction to support student comprehension and assist with navigating challenges.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Scheduled and directed field trips and hands-on activities to foster student learning and creativity.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Incorporated Software technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
- Utilized study guides and interactive study tools to increase standardized test scores.
- Coached students on physical and emotional safety as part of health curriculum.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
Education
Walden University , Minneapolis, MN
Doctor Of Education In Teacher Leadership
02.2012
University Overview
- With Honors Summa Cum Laude
Austin Peay State University , Clarksville, TN
Master Of Arts In Education
12.2002
University Overview
- Awarded With Honors Magna Cum Laude
Austin Peay State University , Clarksville, TN
Bachelor Of Science In Education
12.1991
Skills
- Discussion Facilitation
- Tutoring and Mentoring
- STEM Project-Based Learning (PBL)
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Multimedia Integration
- Parent and Student Communication
- Lesson Plan Development
- Student Records Management
- Microsoft Office
- Classroom Technologies Integration
- Instructional Techniques
- Formative Assessments and Standard-Based Grading
- IEP Progress Tracking
- Constructive Student Feedback
- Instruction and Leadership
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Group Classes
- Active Participation
- Maintain Records
- Small Group Tutoring
- Test and Assignment Evaluation
- Safe, Positive Learning Environment
- Grading
- Documentation
Accomplishments
- Mentor teacher effectively helping Mentee from the Nashville Residency Program 2017-2018 School Year.
- Published dissertation January 2012: Factors That Influence Small Group Instruction in Middle School
- Spanish Club sponsor for 3 years
Certification
- Area of certification Professional Teacher License TN 00236838
- Certification as a Reading Specialist
Summary
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Timeline
5th Grade Virtual Math and Science Teacher
Tennessee Connections Academy
2021.08 - 2022.06 (10 months)
6th Grade Virtual Science Teacher
Kenwood Middle School
2020.08 - 2021.05 (9 months)
6th Grade Language Arts Teacher
Kenwood Middle School
2018.08 - 2020.12 (2 years & 4 months)
6th, 7th, 8th Grade Intervention Teacher
Kenwood Middle School
2013.01 - 2018.05 (5 years & 4 months)
6th Grade Language Arts Teacher
Kenwood Middle School
2003.08 - 2013.12 (10 years & 4 months)
Elementary School Teacher
Moore Elementary School
1992.08 - 2003.05 (10 years & 9 months)
Walden University
Doctor Of Education In Teacher Leadership
Austin Peay State University
Master Of Arts In Education
Austin Peay State University
Bachelor Of Science In Education
- Area of certification Teaching TN 00236838
- Certification as a Reading Specialist
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