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Sharla Clark

Newport News,VA

Summary

Compassionate Substitute Teacher with distinguished knowledge of child development. Skilled at working closely with students to maintain progression and control behavioral issues. Committed to keeping up with lesson plans while keeping classrooms fun. Enthusiastic educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior.

Demonstrated success in training team members, conducting evaluations and reviewing records. Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Safety-driven and disciplined with a remarkable work ethic.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Long Term substitute

Denbigh High School
01.2024 - Current
  • To teach Pilot 1, Aerospace 1, and Aerospace 2 to students
  • Developing lesson plans from the VDOE website, making sure the students completed their work and gained knowledge for next year
  • Entering grades, taking attendance, and everyday teaching of students.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
  • Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
  • Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
  • Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Prepared objectives and outlines for courses of study by following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.
  • Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
  • Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction.
  • Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
  • Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.

PALS Reading Tutor

Newport News Public School
11.2022 - 06.2023
  • Conducted assessments to determine comprehensive understanding of materials.
  • Taught reading comprehension and writing tactics to improve reading and writing skills.
  • Tracked learning progress to optimize tutoring methods and help students achieve goals.
  • Provided positive feedback often to encourage continued reading success.
  • Planned innovative ways for 45 students to report on progress to teachers, parents and other students.
  • Maintained detailed files and created charts to track student progress.
  • Identified learning needs and implemented fun and engaging learning activities to help students advance.
  • Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
  • Issued reports updating students, parents and teachers on student progress.
  • Assessed student learning needs and provided relevant instruction to close knowledge gaps.

Sergent

US Army
10.2002 - 12.2008
  • Executed day-to-day functions of command center working directly with the commander and Sergeant Major.
  • Trained and mentored personnel in combat operations and tactics.
  • Directed tactical operations in complex and challenging environments.
  • Versatile professional with strong problem-solving skills and history of adapting to diverse challenges. Applies innovative solutions and technical expertise to deliver exceptional results. Committed to streamlining processes and advancing organizational objectives.
  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Completed preventive and reparative maintenance on aircraft electronics and computer systems.
  • Diagnosed faults and developed resolution plans.
  • Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
  • Performed thorough visual and physical inspections of all electrical parts.
  • Repaired and installed wiring, connectors, control boxes antennas, and other pieces.
  • Utilized testing equipment such as oscilloscopes, ammeters and ohmmeters.
  • Completed quality assurance checks for service work and completed documentation outlining updates.
  • Tested electrical aircraft systems, components, and equipment for compliance with standards and to uncover malfunctions.
  • Instituted and enforced safety procedures to protect personnel and aircraft from risks and accidents.
  • Lubricated shafts, bearings, and gears to maintain optimal performance.
  • Trained and oversaw new technicians' activities for proper repair and maintenance of avionic systems.
  • Assessed avionic system faults to identify and recommend corrective actions.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Produced accurate office files, updated spreadsheets, and crafted presentations to support executives and boost team productivity.
  • Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Communicated with customers via phone and email to confirm deliveries and respond to inquiries.
  • Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
  • Completed forms, reports, logs, and records to quickly handle all documentation for human resources.

Education

Bachelors Degree in General Studies -

Columbia College of Missouri
Columbia, MO
08.2022

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Columbia College of Missouri
Columbia, Missouri
05.2016

High School Diploma -

Fergus High School
Lewistown, MT
06.2000

Skills

  • Student Engagement
  • Instructional technology
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Activity Planning
  • Lesson Plan Implementation
  • Records Management
  • Behavior Modeling
  • Parent Communication
  • Discussion Facilitation
  • Safety awareness
  • Relationship building and management
  • Proficient in Excel
  • Compliance

Communication Skills

Communicating through email, text messaging, phone calls, or in person.

Leadership Experience

  • Warwick Little League Uniforms, Concession Manager, and Player Agent, 08/01/18, Present, For Uniforms, In charge of ordering all uniforms for Fall, Spring, and All Star Season ranging in 150 to 600 uniforms. Once arrived distributing to all teams and making sure all the players are ready to play ball. Concession Manager I was in charge of making all the purchases for stocking purposes, running the concession stand for all sales, track all incoming and outgoing money, make sure there were enough volunteers to help make the stand a success. Player Agent is making sure the players are in the boundaries set by Little League International, gathering proper documents, entering them into the database, and making sure the coaches have the correct binders proving all players had been verified.
  • Council PTA Secretary, 06/01/23, Present, Keeping notes of meetings, helping all PTAs in questions and making sure in compliance and working with state PTA making sure all guidelines are being followed.
  • PTA President, Dutrow Elementary School, 06/01/98, 06/01/22, Leading the path for successful PTA. Running programs, communicating with parents, and making sure the teachers and staff had all items needed.

References

Available upon request.

Timeline

Long Term substitute

Denbigh High School
01.2024 - Current

PALS Reading Tutor

Newport News Public School
11.2022 - 06.2023

Sergent

US Army
10.2002 - 12.2008

Bachelors Degree in General Studies -

Columbia College of Missouri

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Columbia College of Missouri

High School Diploma -

Fergus High School
Sharla Clark