Quanishia Carter
TROY,AL
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Troy City Schools, excelling in classroom management and fostering student engagement. Recognized for developing high-performing teams and enhancing collaboration, I leverage critical thinking to create tailored lesson plans that meet diverse learning needs, ensuring every student thrives in a supportive environment.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Services
State of Alabama Department of Human Resources
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
Director
Troy Headstart
10.2024 - 07.2025
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
Teacher
New Life Christian Academy
Troy, AL
05.2018 - 04.2024
- 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.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Teacher
Troy City Schools
Troy, Al
07.2017 - 05.2018
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- 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.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Business Economics
Auburn University Montgomery
Montgomery, AL05.2006
Advanced Diploma - High School
Chatlea Henderson High
Troy, AL06.2001
Skills
- Classroom management
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Classroom instruction
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Director
Troy Headstart
10.2024 - 07.2025
Teacher
New Life Christian Academy
05.2018 - 04.2024
Teacher
Troy City Schools
07.2017 - 05.2018
Financial Services
State of Alabama Department of Human Resources
Bachelor Of Science - Business Economics
Auburn University Montgomery
Advanced Diploma - High School
Chatlea Henderson High