Stephanie Smith
Covington,GA
Summary
With 24 years of dedicated and experienced classroom experience in kindergarten, first grade, and fourth-grade reading instruction, my passion for literacy began during my involvement with the federal Reading First grant. This initial spark has since evolved into a deep commitment to literacy development across grade levels. Alongside a Master's degree in Reading, I hold multiple certifications including Specialist in Leadership, P-12 Reading, ESOL, Gifted, and STEM. In addition to instructional expertise, I have demonstrated strong leadership abilities through various roles such as grade-level representative, professional learning facilitator, school council member, and assistant school testing coordinator. These experiences have honed skills in leading, collaborating, and driving instructional improvement school-wide.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Gifted Resource
Newton County STEAM Academy, Newton County Schools
08.2010 - Current
- Carry out & complete gifted evaluations
- Verification & maintain gifted records
- Assistant School Testing Coordinator (2024-2025)
Fifth Grade (Science)
Newton County STEAM Academy, Newton County Schools
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Implemented One-to-One technology in the classroom
- Proficient in creating, designing, and teaching from digital platforms
- STEM Endorsement (completed December 2022)
Fourth Grade (Reading)
Newton County STEAM Academy, Newton County Schools
08.2017 - 05.2022
- Instructed students in virtual, hybrid, and in person learning models throughout the COVID-19 pandemic
- Proficient in creating, designing, and teaching from digital platforms (Canvas)
- Work collaboratively with a team to analyze data and drive instruction for flexible grouping
- Differentiated instruction based on daily formative assessment
First Grade
Newton County STEAM Academy, Newton County Schools
08.2010 - 05.2017
- First Grade Leadership Representative (August 2011-May 2014, August 2016-May 2017)
- Teacher leader for professional learning (August 2011-May 2014)
- School Council Member (August 2013-May 2015)
Kindergarten Early Intervention Program
Palmer-Stone Elementary, Newton County Schools
09.2008 - 05.2010
- Provide remedial services in reading and math with first, third, and fifth grade students
Kindergarten Special Needs Preschool
Porterdale Elementary, Newton County Schools
08.2001 - 05.2008
- Taught Significantly Developmentally Delayed children
- Developed and implemented Individualized Education Plans
Education
Education Specialist - School Superintendency
University of Nebraska
Kearney, Nebraska05.2009
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction: Reading
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, Arizona10.2006
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Troy University
Troy, Alabama05.2001
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Curriculum Development
- Problem-solving
- Creativity and Innovation
Certification
Certification: State of Georgia, Level 6, Grades P-5, P-12 Leadership, Gifted In-Field, 4-8 Social Science, P-12 Reading, ESOL, STEM
Affiliations
- Professional Association of Georgia Educators
- Georgia Association of Gifted Learners
Timeline
Fifth Grade (Science)
Newton County STEAM Academy, Newton County Schools
08.2022 - 05.2023
Fourth Grade (Reading)
Newton County STEAM Academy, Newton County Schools
08.2017 - 05.2022
Gifted Resource
Newton County STEAM Academy, Newton County Schools
08.2010 - Current
First Grade
Newton County STEAM Academy, Newton County Schools
08.2010 - 05.2017
Kindergarten Early Intervention Program
Palmer-Stone Elementary, Newton County Schools
09.2008 - 05.2010
Kindergarten Special Needs Preschool
Porterdale Elementary, Newton County Schools
08.2001 - 05.2008
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction: Reading
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Troy University
Education Specialist - School Superintendency
University of Nebraska
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