Sierra McNeill
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective professional with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
4th-8th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
The New Century School
07.2022 - Current
- Implements evidenced based teaching methodologies including teacher-centered, cooperative learning and inquiry based learning to develop and implement teaching units within English Language Arts and Social Studies.
- Coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to develop school wide lesson plan objectives.
- Enhances student comprehension by incorporating various teaching methods, including group projects, and hands-on activities.
- Increased student participation with engaging lesson plans that fostered collaboration and communication skills.
Administrative Assistant
Community Residential Supportive Services Home Health
01.2017 - 11.2022
- Act as a liaison between community stakeholders, clients and executive management.
- Use the Financial Management Information System to initiate billing requisitions and verifications.
- Maintain monthly master financial calendar and department schedules in Excel and Outlook.
- Create and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) for succession planning.
- Complete spot audits of paper and electronic records to ensure documentation was processed and stored securely.
6th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Sugar Creek Charter School
07.2021 - 03.2022
- Monitor and assess individual student performance throughout the year in order to determine each student's progress.
- Maintain careful anecdotal and assessment records for individual students, and prepare accurate, comprehensive report cards each quarter.
- Provide individual and small group instruction in order to ensure academic excellence by knowing the needs of the students and adapting the curricula to challenge them appropriately.
- Create individualized support to struggling learners through targeted instructional strategies and additional resources.
5th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Sugar Creek Charter School
07.2019 - 06.2021
- Promote a positive classroom environment by fostering respect, collaboration, and open communication among students.
- Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of all students, ensuring academic growth and success.
- Utilize data-driven assessments to track student progress, adjusting instructional strategies as needed for optimal results.
- Develop strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, contributing to a supportive school community.
3rd Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Thomasboro Academy
10.2018 - 06.2019
- Implemented classroom management techniques, reading strategies and learning strategies to establish teacher expectations and classroom procedures.
- Instituted differentiated instruction to accommodate different learning styles within the Early Intervention Program (EIP), Individual Education Plan and general education subgroups.
- Administered a reinforcement approach to encourage positive behaviors.
- Observed and assessed student's academic performance through data-driven instruction.
English Department Administrative Intern
Fayetteville State University
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Spearhead the development and launch of the English department's first electronic journal, the Conjure.
- Monitor the Banner/Bronco Advantage software to track the Conjure's subscriptions and views.
- Quantitatively analyze subscription data and provided analytical reports to the English department Dean.
- Enact individualistic approaches and writing seminars to enhance students research and dissertation writing.
Education
Bachelors of Art - English Language and Literature
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NC06.2015
Skills
- Group Facilitation and Leadership
- Public Speaking
- Technology Integration
- Teaching Strategies
- Instructional Design
- Classroom Management
- Multicultural Education
- Critical Thinking
- Collaborative Learning
- Conflict Resolution
Timeline
4th-8th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
The New Century School
07.2022 - Current
6th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Sugar Creek Charter School
07.2021 - 03.2022
5th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Sugar Creek Charter School
07.2019 - 06.2021
3rd Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Thomasboro Academy
10.2018 - 06.2019
Administrative Assistant
Community Residential Supportive Services Home Health
01.2017 - 11.2022
English Department Administrative Intern
Fayetteville State University
06.2015 - 08.2015
Bachelors of Art - English Language and Literature
Fayetteville State University
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