Summer James
Proctorville,OH
Summary
Enthusiastic 4th Grade Teacher with experience in designing and implementing curriculum geared towards individual student needs. Strong skills in creating engaging lesson plans, fostering positive learning environments, and utilizing innovative teaching methods to drive student success. Proven ability to manage classroom behavior effectively, resulting in improved student participation and academic performance.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fourth Grade Teacher
Cabell County Schools
Huntington, WV
08.2006 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state curriculum standards.
- Implemented behavior management strategies that fostered a positive learning environment, enhancing student engagement.
- Assessed student performance through diverse evaluation methods, providing tailored feedback that guided instructional adjustments.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss student progress and address concerns, strengthening support networks for student success.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices in classroom management and instruction.
Kindergarten Phonemic Awareness Teacher
Cabell County Schools
Huntington, West Virginia
09.2005 - 08.2006
- Developed and implemented lesson plans aligned with curriculum objectives to enhance student engagement.
- Provided individualized instruction tailored to diverse learning needs, fostering student growth.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments conducive to learning and supporting students' physical, social, and emotional development.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Cabell County Schools
Huntington, West Virginia
05.2001 - 09.2005
Executed lesson plans from lead teacher, fostering student engagement and adherence to educational standards.
Managed student behavior to maintain a positive and conducive learning environment.
Assessed and provided feedback on assignments to enhance student academic progress.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Marshall University
Huntington, WV05-2001
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Student engagement
- Collaborative learning strategies
- Teacher mentoring
Certification
- Professional Teaching Certificate/Multi-Subjects 7/01/2001
- Apple Certified Teacher
- CPR Certified
- Apple Swift Playground Badges
Accomplishments
- Cabell County Teacher of the Year- 2026
- Michael's/Marshall University Extra Yard For Teachers Honoree- 2021
- Women's History Month Education Honoree- 2021
- Michael's/Marshall University Extra Yard For Teachers Honoree- 2019
- Marshall University Cooperating Teacher of the Week- 2018
Affiliations
- Cabell County Schools Model Classroom/Mentor Teacher
- Cabell County Schools Education Conference Presenter
- New Teacher Mentor
- Marshall University Clinical Supervising Mentor
- Marshall Women's Basketball Bucket Bestie Mentor
- Music-Drama Afterschool Program Co- Teacher
- Spring Hill Elementary Leadership Team Member
- Spring Hill Elementary PLC Lead Teacher
- Faculty Senate Secretary
- LSIC
- Spring Hill Elementary Hiring Committee
- Accelerated Reader Team Member
- Spring Hill Elementary Beautification Project/Team
- Family Engagement Planner
- Chair of Black History Month Activities
- Black History Bowl Mentor
- "Soup"er Bowl Soup Drive
- Chemo Comfort Bag Project
Timeline
Fourth Grade Teacher
Cabell County Schools
08.2006 - Current
Kindergarten Phonemic Awareness Teacher
Cabell County Schools
09.2005 - 08.2006
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Cabell County Schools
05.2001 - 09.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Marshall University