Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Passion for education with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects.
Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Experienced Teacher offering over 30 years of experience developing and implementing course curriculum. Proficient in evaluation, monitoring student performance and organizing examinations. Hardworking and energetic individual with excellent communication and supervisory skills.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner -Green Tree Academy Preschool
Self-Employed
07.2021 - Current
Managed day-to-day business operations.
Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
Private Tutor Pre-K-6th. Grade
Self-Employed
08.1985 - Current
Collaborated with parents to discuss student progress, addressing any concerns or areas requiring additional support.
Provided targeted support in specific subject areas where students struggled the most, enhancing overall academic success.
Developed individualized lesson plans tailored to each student''s unique learning needs and goals.
Taught students remotely via pre-recorded and live video sessions.
Maintained records of student assessments, tutoring activities and results.
Teacher
New Hanover Co. Schools/Muncie Community Schools
08.1987 - 06.2021
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to overall school climate.
Test Item Writer/Editor
Nc State University
08.2012 - 08.2014
Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
Followed company policies and editorial guidelines to craft thorough, well-written content.
Incorporated review comments and corrections into existing documentation.
Managed competing deadlines with efficiency.
Collaborated with editors to refine drafts, ensuring consistent tone and style across various platforms.
Education
Certified in Reading Recovery - Reading Remediation
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
1999
Master of Arts - Education
Ball State University
Muncie, IN
08.1989
Skills
Organization and detail oriented
Content knowledge/Research in field
Communication with all stakeholders
Problem Solving to achieve desired outcomes
Timeline
Owner -Green Tree Academy Preschool
Self-Employed
07.2021 - Current
Test Item Writer/Editor
Nc State University
08.2012 - 08.2014
Teacher
New Hanover Co. Schools/Muncie Community Schools
08.1987 - 06.2021
Private Tutor Pre-K-6th. Grade
Self-Employed
08.1985 - Current
Certified in Reading Recovery - Reading Remediation