Stanley Eric Elkins
Cairo
Summary
Results-oriented educator with extensive experience at Grady County Board of Education, specializing in Classroom Management and Critical Thinking development. Expertise in creating engaging Lesson Plans and mentoring peers to enhance Student Engagement. Dedicated to fostering Collaborative Learning Environments and building strong relationships with Students and Parents.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Grady County Board of Education
Cairo, GA
08.2018 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Assessed student performance and provided targeted feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects fostering critical thinking skills.
- Sat in on parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and address concerns effectively.
- Mentored new teachers on classroom management strategies and instructional best practices.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Led professional development workshops focused on integrating technology into classroom instruction.
- Evaluated educational programs, recommending improvements based on student needs and feedback.
- Led professional development workshops for peers on effective classroom management techniques.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- 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.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA12-2017
Associate of Arts - History
Bainbridge College (old Name)
Bainbridge, GA05-2014
Associate of Applied Science - Construction And Forestry
Southwest Georgia Technical College
Thomasville, GA05-2006
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Public speaking
- Collaborative learning
- Student-centered learning
- Literacy development
- Youth mentorship
- Data analysis
Accomplishments
I have been runner-up for Teacher of the Year.
Timeline
Teacher
Grady County Board of Education
08.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - History
Valdosta State University
Associate of Arts - History
Bainbridge College (old Name)
Associate of Applied Science - Construction And Forestry
Southwest Georgia Technical College