Sharon Slay
Samson
Summary
Veteran teacher, with over 25 years experience, 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. Driven to continue to learn and grow professionally. Understands and implements new technologies and teaching strategies. Excellent at working with different learning styles.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Second Grade Teacher
Geneva County Board Of Education
08.2015 - Current
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and incorporating real-world examples.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through consistent communication, leading to increased parental involvement in their child''s education.
- Implemented a positive reward system to motivate students and reinforce good behavior, resulting in a more productive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative assessments, providing timely feedback for improved academic performance.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
Fourth Grade Teacher
Geneva County Board Of Education
08.2013 - 08.2015
Third Grade Teacher
Geneva County Board Of Education
08.2009 - 08.2013
First Grade Teacher
Geneva County Board Of Education
08.2007 - 08.2009
Kindergarten Teacher
Geneva County Board Of Education
08.2001 - 08.2007
First Grade Teacher
Geneva County Board Of Education
08.1998 - 08.2001
Education
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Troy University
Dothan, AL08.2005
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Troy University
Troy, AL06.1996
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Troy University
Troy, AL06.1996
Skills
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Classroom Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Lesson Planning
- DATA Collection
- Instructional Strategies
Timeline
Second Grade Teacher
Geneva County Board Of Education
08.2015 - Current
Fourth Grade Teacher
Geneva County Board Of Education
08.2013 - 08.2015
Third Grade Teacher
Geneva County Board Of Education
08.2009 - 08.2013
First Grade Teacher
Geneva County Board Of Education
08.2007 - 08.2009
Kindergarten Teacher
Geneva County Board Of Education
08.2001 - 08.2007
First Grade Teacher
Geneva County Board Of Education
08.1998 - 08.2001
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Troy University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Troy University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Troy University
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