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Renee Stepp

Hendersonville,NC

Summary

Having worked in the field of education for 30 years, I am a dedicated, hardworking and energetic individual. I am a detail oriented professional with skills in program planning, people management and creative communications. I bring insight, enthusiasm and the ability to manage multiple projects in a work situation.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Notary Signing Agent

Allegience Staffing
Salisbury, NC
06.2016 - 06.2018

I worked for an auction company assisting the auctioneer and completing Titles and completed other important paperwork.

  • Checked documents and identifying credentials for all parties.
  • Supported timely and accurate administrative task completion.

Global LT English Tutor/Teacher

Global LT
Huntersville And Mooresville, NC
10.2015 - 07.2017
  • Tutored students to develop deeper comprehension of English course materials and better understanding of assignments to improve academic success.
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
  • Met with students and discussed educational goals and expectations.
  • Taught students study techniques and strategies for succeeding on grammar and composition tests.

Pre- College Teacher

Rowan Cabarrus Community College
Salisbury, NC
05.2013 - 09.2015
  • Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
  • Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
  • Conducted on-going program assessment, enrollment and retention tracking.
  • Shifted between informal and formal methods of teaching to create multi-layered web of learning incorporating experiments, practical activities, discussions and projects into lessons.

Lead Academically Gifted Teacher

Rowan Salisbury Schools
Salisbury, NC
07.2011 - 12.2013
  • Prepared lesson plans and executed different modalities to accelerate individual success.
  • Identified children's collective and individual learning needs to plan, prepare and deliver instruction designed to maximize individual learning and capture interest.
  • Administered and graded tests, homework and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
  • Utilized pre-made and self-made assessments to determine student weaknesses and strengths.
  • Communicated with parents and faculty to develop strong sense of collaboration between teachers, students and parents.
  • Maintained proper documentation of student files, portfolios and records.

Third, Fourth, and Fifth Grade Academically Gifted

Rowan Salisbury Schools
Salisbury, NC
01.2009 - 07.2011
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.

Fourth and Fifth Grade Academically Gifted Teacher

Wake County Public Schools
Raleigh, NC
01.2008 - 12.2008
  • Identified children's collective and individual learning needs to plan, prepare and deliver instruction designed to maximize individual learning and capture interest.
  • Prepared lesson plans and executed different modalities to accelerate individual success.
  • Organized learning resources and classroom environment to facilitate positive learning experience for over 30 students.
  • Utilized pre-made and self-made assessments to determine student weaknesses and strengths.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.

Sixth, Seventh, Eighth Grade AIG Honors English

Henderson County Public Schools
Hendersonville, NC
08.2006 - 12.2007
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.

Second Grade Teacher

Iredell-Statesville Schools
Mooresville, NC
08.2003 - 08.2006
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
  • Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.

Education

Master of Arts - Education

Gardner-Webb University
Boiling Springs, NC
05.2006

Skills

  • Effectively worked with academically gifted students for the past 15 years
  • Administered the capital OLSAT, NNAT and IOWA to identify students for AIG in RSSS
  • Attended the Duke Tip Program for Educators at Duke University Summer of 2013
  • Conducted SENG Program for AIG parents and RSSS in 2013
  • Assisted in the planning of the LEGO event for AIG students in 2012 & 2013
  • Efficiently assisted in planning of events for AIG students for RSSS for grades 4-8
  • Attended 30 hours of 21st Century Technology Training in 2010 & 2011
  • Represented Rowan-Salisbury Elementary Academically Gifted Teachers for the National Curriculum Network conference at the College of William and Mary 2010
  • Conducted differentiation workshop for staff members in Wake County Public Schools
  • Selected as Lakeshore Elementary Schools Delegate on the County AIG Council
  • Conducted Inquiry based REAL SCIENCE for workshop in Buncombe County Schools
  • Wrote a grant for two Full Option Science Kits to be utilized by fourth grade students
  • Assessor for National Board Certification 2009, 2010 and 2011

Timeline

Notary Signing Agent

Allegience Staffing
06.2016 - 06.2018

Global LT English Tutor/Teacher

Global LT
10.2015 - 07.2017

Pre- College Teacher

Rowan Cabarrus Community College
05.2013 - 09.2015

Lead Academically Gifted Teacher

Rowan Salisbury Schools
07.2011 - 12.2013

Third, Fourth, and Fifth Grade Academically Gifted

Rowan Salisbury Schools
01.2009 - 07.2011

Fourth and Fifth Grade Academically Gifted Teacher

Wake County Public Schools
01.2008 - 12.2008

Sixth, Seventh, Eighth Grade AIG Honors English

Henderson County Public Schools
08.2006 - 12.2007

Second Grade Teacher

Iredell-Statesville Schools
08.2003 - 08.2006

Master of Arts - Education

Gardner-Webb University
Renee Stepp