Experienced educator with a strong background in curriculum-aligned instruction, student assessment, and classroom management. Skilled in communicating with parents, collaborating with grade-level teams, and supporting IEP and 504 plans. Focused on helping all students grow in safe, engaging learning environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Gwinnett County Public School System
Suwanee, Georgia
08.2003 - 05.2026
Planned engaging lessons that fostered student learning across varied ability levels.
Provided differentiated instruction aligned with Gwinnett County Public Schools curriculum standards.
Assessed student progress through assignments, tests, and informal observations.
Managed classroom behavior through implementation of district policies and establishment of consistent expectations.
Collaborated with grade-level teams on lesson planning and instructional strategies.
Communicated regularly with parents to enhance understanding of student performance and address classroom concerns.
Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
Teacher EIP
Liberty County School System
Hinesville , GA
08.2001 - 05.2003
Planned engaging lessons supporting student learning across varied ability levels.
Delivered differentiated instruction aligned with Gwinnett County Public Schools curriculum standards.
Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
Assessed student progress through assignments, tests, and informal observations.
Managed classroom behavior by implementing district policies and establishing consistent expectations.
Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
Collaborated with grade-level teams on lesson planning and instructional strategies.
Communicated with parents to provide updates on student performance and address classroom concerns.
Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
Paraprofessional
Liberty County School System
Hinesville, GA
03.1995 - 05.2000
Assisted teachers in delivering classroom instruction for effective student learning for Liberty County School System teachers and students
Delivered individualized support to students with special learning needs to facilitate their academic growth
Supported daily reading, math, and writing activities to enhance student understanding
Reinforced behavior expectations and classroom routines in school settings
Monitored student progress to identify improvement areas and communicated concerns to teachers and staff
Prepared instructional materials and organized learning centers for lessons
Oversaw student activities during transitions, ensuring safety and order during transitions, lunch, and recess periods
Education
Educational Specialist - Curriculum And Instruction
Piedmont College
Demorest, GA
10-2009
Master of Science - Reading And Literacy
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
12-2006
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Brewton-Parker College
Mt. Vernon, GA
08-2000
Skills
Differentiated instruction
Lesson planning
Student assessment
Curriculum mapping
IEP coordination
GCPS AKS curriculum expertise
Technology integration knowledge
Gradebook systems
Mastery of subject area
Classroom management
Collaborative teamwork skills
Communication and relations skills
Certification
Georgia Educator Certificate- Early Childhood Education
Timeline
Teacher
Gwinnett County Public School System
08.2003 - 05.2026
Teacher EIP
Liberty County School System
08.2001 - 05.2003
Paraprofessional
Liberty County School System
03.1995 - 05.2000
Educational Specialist - Curriculum And Instruction