Upbeat educator devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade Teacher
Rock Hill Virtual Academy
Rock Hill, United States
2020.01 - Current
Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
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.
Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
Teacher
New Hope Carolinas Treatment Center
Rock Hill, United States
2018.01 - 2020.08
Manage high school education for boy’s unit
Assist with online program
Complete treatment notes
Ensure 504 plans get carried out
Ensure IEP’s get carried out
Participate in treatment team
Participate in team meetings for students
Help carryout behavior and emergency plans for students
Co-chair of rights and responsibilities committee
Communicated frequently with all team members to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Assistant Principal
South Carolina Calvert Academy Virtual Charter School
Columbia, SC
2016.01 - 2017.01
Help monitor staff
Testing coordinator duties
Title IX
Assist with marketing events
Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development
Special Education Coordinator
SC Calvert Academy
2012.01 - 2017.01
Supervision of special education staff
Compliance of all paperwork and IEP’s
Schedule meetings
Complete and monitor contracts with outside providers
Oversee curriculum needs for special education
Oversee 504 Program
Special Education Coordinator
York Preparatory Academy Charter School
2009.01 - 2012.01
Kindergarten Special Education Teacher
York School District One Preschool
2006.01 - 2009.01
Special Education Resource Teacher
Chester County School District
1998.01 - 2006.01
Education
Masters - Administration and Supervision
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
2008
Bachelor’s Degree -
Lander University
Greenwood, SC
05.1998
Skills
Highly motivated and positive professional educator with a proven record of accomplishment in both the classroom and in school leadership.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
Excellent organization skills to help with scheduling meetings, services, student schedules, etc.
Instructional Techniques
Distance Learning
Parent and Student Communication
Timeline
5th Grade Teacher
Rock Hill Virtual Academy
2020.01 - Current
Teacher
New Hope Carolinas Treatment Center
2018.01 - 2020.08
Assistant Principal
South Carolina Calvert Academy Virtual Charter School
2016.01 - 2017.01
Special Education Coordinator
SC Calvert Academy
2012.01 - 2017.01
Special Education Coordinator
York Preparatory Academy Charter School
2009.01 - 2012.01
Kindergarten Special Education Teacher
York School District One Preschool
2006.01 - 2009.01
Special Education Resource Teacher
Chester County School District
1998.01 - 2006.01
Masters - Administration and Supervision
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor’s Degree -
Lander University
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