Sharon Edwards-Sanders
Fairburn,GA
Summary
With a proven track record at Atlanta Public School System, I excel in integrating technology and curriculum to enhance learning. My leadership in creating inclusive environments and fostering critical thinking has significantly boosted student achievement. Expert in SMART board use and collaborative teamwork, I drive educational excellence and innovation.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher: Reading/Special Education Teacher
Atlanta Public School System
Atlanta, GA
08.2024 - Current
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Scheduled tutoring sessions to help students improve grades and gain better grasp course material.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
- Evaluated students on monthly basis and adjusted lessons accordingly to incorporate improvements.
Teacher: Reading/Special Education Teacher
Fulton County Schools
Atlanta, GA
07.2015 - 05.2024
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Scheduled tutoring sessions to help students improve grades and gain better grasp course material.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
- Evaluated students on monthly basis and adjusted lessons accordingly to incorporate improvements.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
- Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
- Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and online resources to enhance instruction.
- Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
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Clayton County Schools
Jonesboro, GA
07.1999 - 07.2015
- Assisted teachers with developing and revising lessons to more productively reach students of varying skill levels.
- Formulated strategies to increase enrollment in degree programs offered by the department.
- Served as a liaison between the department and external agencies or organizations.
- Provided organizational leadership and collaborated with executive partners to establish long-term goals, strategies and company policies.
- Organized and directed faculty meetings, retreats, and workshops.
- Created an academic program assessment plan to ensure quality assurance of programs.
- Advocated for resources necessary to support teaching excellence within the department.
- Represented the department at internal and external events such as conferences or symposiums.
- Monitored student learning outcomes data to assess effectiveness of course offerings.
- Hired, trained, and mentored staff members to maximize productivity.
- Developed and implemented departmental policies and procedures.
- Worked with SEC to file amendments and achieve compliance targets.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Teacher:Special Education Coteacher Math/English Teacher
Douglas County Schools
Douglasville, GA
07.2007 - 05.2008
- Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
- Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
- Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Met with parents to discuss students' progress and review areas requiring improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Scheduled tutoring sessions to help students improve grades and gain better grasp course material.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
- Prepared and graded subject tests for students.
- Supervised after school activities such as clubs or sports teams.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA12-2011
Master of Science - Counseling Psychology
Troy University
Troy, AL04-2002
Bachelor of Arts -
Clayton State University
Morrow, GA01-2001
Skills
- Record keeping
- Technology integration
- Curriculum implementation
- SMART board aptitude
- Subject matter expertise
- Instructional methods
- Conflict resolution techniques
- IEP and BIP implementation
- Motivating students
- Excellent classroom management
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- Collaborative teamwork
- Data management
- Student records management
- Classroom integration
- Small group instruction
- Visual supports
- Crisis prevention and intervention
- Social skills training
- Individual education plans ieps
- Inclusion strategies
- Co-teaching experience
- De-escalation techniques
- Instructional adaptation
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
- Literacy intervention
- Behavior modification
- Functional behavior assessment
- IEP implementation
- Positive role model and mentor
- Motivating teams
- Coaching
- Team player
- Leader
- Learning assessments
- Group and individual instruction
Timeline
Teacher: Reading/Special Education Teacher
Atlanta Public School System
08.2024 - Current
Teacher: Reading/Special Education Teacher
Fulton County Schools
07.2015 - 05.2024
Teacher:Special Education Coteacher Math/English Teacher
Douglas County Schools
07.2007 - 05.2008
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Clayton County Schools
07.1999 - 07.2015
Master of Science - Special Education
University of West Georgia
Master of Science - Counseling Psychology
Troy University
Bachelor of Arts -
Clayton State University
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