Sheri Bright
Midland
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Calvary Baptist Academy, fostering academic and emotional growth in students. Skilled in lesson planning and effective communication, I create engaging learning environments that promote positive behavior and parent involvement. My calm demeanor and CPR certification ensure a safe and supportive atmosphere for all learners.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Midland Public Schools
01.2025 - Current
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Worked one-on-one with specific students to work on letters and sounds.
- Led a daily small group to help with phonics/reading.
Private Nanny
Jon and Monica Norton
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Facilitated relationships with children and parents by developing caring and structured home environments.
- Transported children to and from school.
Teacher, Grade 1
Calvary Baptist Academy
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, reading, spelling, and history.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and build relationships.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Planned field trips.
Tutor
Kumon Math & Reading Center
10.2006 - 11.2007
- Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
- Assisted students whenever help was needed.
- Graded their work and gave tips to improve.
- Worked one-on-one with specific students who needed extra assistance.
Teacher, Grade 1
Calvary Baptist Academy
08.2001 - 06.2006
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, reading, spelling, and history.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Conducted home visits in order for the students and families to see me out side of the classroom and to get to know me on a different level.
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and build relationships.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Bob Jones University
Greenville, SC05-2001
Skills
- Classroom support
- Reading and writing support
- Friendly and outgoing
- CPR and first aid
- Small group instruction
- Classroom organization
- Lesson planning
- Effective communication
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Parent communication
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Midland Public Schools
01.2025 - Current
Private Nanny
Jon and Monica Norton
08.2024 - 12.2024
Teacher, Grade 1
Calvary Baptist Academy
08.2022 - 06.2024
Tutor
Kumon Math & Reading Center
10.2006 - 11.2007
Teacher, Grade 1
Calvary Baptist Academy
08.2001 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Bob Jones University
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