Rosetta Billingslea
Concord,NC
Summary
North Carolina accredited Kindergarten Teacher with over six years of experience and a record of improving reading assessment scores by an average of 30% per learner and mathematical competencies rose by 20% for remedial kids. Received recognition for having the best class management and currently a counselor to guide, promote, assist and encourage new teachers to the kindergarten team. Detail-oriented planner with talent for developing individualized lesson plans and cultivating classroom atmospheres of positivity and progress. Committed to comprehensive student growth.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Kindergarten Teacher
Thomasboro Academy
01.2021 - Current
- Coordinated, planned, and budgeted a logistics packet for kindergarten team field trips with packet becoming the school standard operating procedure
- Collaboratively planned for student success by working with administrators, parents, and Kindergarten team to develop and implement the best educational standards for our Kindergarten students
- Coordinate parent conferences to facilitate communication and improve students outcomes
- Use a variety of instructional materials, digital content, technology integration and creative learning activities to support achievement of learning activities.
Lead Teacher Bell Summer Program
Charlotte, NC
01.2016 - Current
- Implemented and instructed enrichment courses using hands-on activities
- Facilitated 5 small groups instruction in literacy and math and supervised 2 educational field trips and helped organize in-service projects.
Initial Lead Kindergarten Teacher
Cabarrus Charter Academy
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Implemented various instructional methods for example storytelling, songs, structured games, outdoor activities, art and music to stimulate learners
- Designed and prepared lessons for reading, mathematics, and social education programs
- Created lesson plans for remote and in person learners
- Taught social and emotional skills adhering to teaching standards and safety regulations
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents and provided regular month feedback through assessments and reports.
Assistant Teacher (K-3)
Berryhill Elementary school
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Assisted in instruction of individual students or groups of students in all curricular areas as directed by the teacher
- Planned and works with teachers in devising special strategies for reinforcing skills and concepts based on understanding of individual students - their needs, interests, and abilities
- Assisted and/or supervised during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, field trips, and to other designated places
- Supervised students during classroom transitions as well as lunch, snack, playground, etc
- Assessed student progress on a regular basis, teaches rule of conduct, maintains portfolios, correcting papers, supervising reading groups, and testing, also demonstrated appreciation for diversity among students, colleagues, and parents
- Planned lessons in a logical sequence and counseled pupils when adjustment and academic problems arose
- Lectured, demonstrated, and uses audiovisual teaching aids to present subject matter to class.
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Primrose Park Crossing School
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Planned and taught learning skills according to the Primrose Balanced Learning Curriculum
- Managed and taught learning functional values such as how to share and show self-control, how to focus and transition smoothly from one activity to another
- Planned and taught reading, writing and math readiness skills by using high quality research-based programs and design lesson plans accordingly
- Managed the classroom to foster a safe and secure learning environment.
Head start Lead Pre-K Teacher
Calera, AL Head start Program
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Planned and carried out daily curriculum in accordance with the Head start program guidelines
- Planned classroom schedule, and prepared lesson/plans along with group activities and other instructional materials to meet individual needs of students
- Guided student's growth in the areas of social-emotional development, problem solving, self-help skills, language and communication, intellectual development, large and small motor skills, and creativity
- Assessed student's needs, guiding, providing direct instruction, and creating hands-on math lessons
- Managed the classroom to maintain a safe, secure and effective learning environment by providing a high degree of structure, clear expectations, and consistency
- Implemented expectations and consequences as appropriate for each student as outlined in the behavior management plan.
Assistant Teacher
Appleton Summer Afterschool Program
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Assisted in implementing collaborative teaching strategies with academic and/or enrichment teachers to a cluster of scholars
- Monitored student's educational and social progress and made necessary recommendations for adjustments
- Assisted teachers to identify scholar needs and developed instructional plans and practices to best support students
- Maintained attendance and supported classroom procedures/functions along with assisting in field trips and special events
- Supported the development and delivery of relevant, engaging, and rigorous lessons
- Communicated effectively with students, parents, and coworkers as it pertained to the students' progress and achievements.
Assistant Teacher (K-3)
Reid Park Elementary School
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Assisted lead teacher in assessing students on a regular basis and providing progress reports as required
- Assisted students with class activities and assisted teachers with classroom management
- Collaborated with other educators to create the complete educational environment possible for students and participates in faculty meetings
- Assisted, administered, and corrected tests and recorded results; evaluated student achievements
- Used appropriate techniques and strategies which promoted and enhanced critical, creative and evaluate thinking capabilities of students
- Assisted with maintaining contact with parents or care-givers through parent-teacher conferences, telephone, or written communications, assisted in proctoring for end of year test assessments of students
- Assisted lead teacher in the modification of curriculum/instruction to meet the academic and behavioral/emotional needs of students.
Education
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04.2020
Master of Arts - Teaching And Learning With Techology
Ashford University
Clinton, IA10.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ashford University
Clinton, IA06.2012
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Clinton College
Rock Hill, SC05.2009
Skills
- Early Childhood Education
- Instructional technology
- Creative Teaching Strategies
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Classroom Management
Extracurricular Activities
Magna Cum Laude Assistant Director for Breakthrough mini Basketball Summer Camp Charlotte, NC: 2015 Alpha Sigma Lambda Honor Society: 2012 Ashford University Alumni Academic Scholarship: 2012-2013 Clinton Junior College Basketball Scholarship: 2007-2009
Certification
NC Professional Educator's License: Birth - Kindergarten
Timeline
Lead Kindergarten Teacher
Thomasboro Academy
01.2021 - Current
Initial Lead Kindergarten Teacher
Cabarrus Charter Academy
01.2017 - 01.2021
Lead Teacher Bell Summer Program
Charlotte, NC
01.2016 - Current
Assistant Teacher (K-3)
Berryhill Elementary school
01.2016 - 01.2017
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Primrose Park Crossing School
01.2014 - 01.2016
Head start Lead Pre-K Teacher
Calera, AL Head start Program
01.2013 - 01.2014
Assistant Teacher
Appleton Summer Afterschool Program
01.2013 - 01.2014
Assistant Teacher (K-3)
Reid Park Elementary School
01.2012 - 01.2013
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
Master of Arts - Teaching And Learning With Techology
Ashford University
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ashford University
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Clinton College
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