Summer R. Skinner
Educator
Warne,NC
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Towns County Schools
Hiawassee, Georgia
08.2017 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Towns County Schools
Hiawassee, GA
08.2017 - Current
- Delivered engaging lessons to students across various subjects and grade levels.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with full-time teachers to ensure curriculum continuity and support.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
- Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
Exceptional Education Teacher - Grades 3 & 4
Hayesville Elementary School
Hayesville, NC
07.2015 - 12.2015
- Implemented evidence-based practices for subjects of Reading and Math (Inclusion)
- Co-Planned and Co-Taught with General Education teachers (standards-based instruction)
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet the diverse needs of students
- Progress monitor students and plan instruction based on the results of data
- Collaborated with Co-Teachers and parents to develop Individualized Education Programs (IEP) for students
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
Special Education Teacher – Grades 1-4
Ellijay Elementary School
Ellijay, GA
06.2014 - 06.2015
- Implemented evidence-based practices for subjects of Reading and Math (Inclusion)
- Implemented evidence-based practices for all subjects (self contained)
- Co-Planned and Co-Taught with General Education teacher (standards-based instruction)
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet the diverse needs of students
- Progress monitor students and planned instruction based on results of data
- Collaborated with Co-Teachers and parents to develop Individualized Education Programs (IEP) for students
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Special Education Teacher – Grades K-2
Tallapoosa Primary School
Tallapoosa, GA
08.2011 - 05.2014
- Implemented evidence-based practices for subjects of Reading and Math
- Co-Planned and Co-Taught with General Education teacher standards-based instruction
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet the diverse needs of students
- Progress monitor students and planned instruction based on results of data
- Collaborated with Co-Teachers and parents to develop Individualized Education Programs (IEP) for students
Server/Member Service
White Oak Gulf Club
Newnan, Georgia
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Serve food
- Restock and organize supplies
- Set up for banquets
- Member/customer relations and money management.
Patient and Physician Relations
Siegel & Dolt Comprehensive Dental Care
Atlanta, Georgia
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Assisted with accounts payable, marketing, appointment coordinating, insurance handling
- Familiar with sterilization techniques, chair-side assisting for general & endodontistry, surgical assisting for endodontic and implantology procedures, digital radiography, CEREC, Zoom
- Knowledge of medical terminology, charting, familiar with ADA codes & HIPAA
- Worked with Excel, Windows, Word, SoftDent, EagleSoft, & Dentrix dental software
Education
Master - Special Education
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, Georgia04.2013
Bachelor of Science - Education: Special Education (P-12)
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, Georgia05.2011
References
- Dr. Janet Goodman, Chief Academic Officer, Haralson County Schools, 299 Robertson Avenue, Tallapoosa, GA, 30176, (770)314-4078, janet.goodman@haralson.k12.ga.us
- Lauree Pierce, Principal Ellijay Elementary, 32 McCutchen Street, Ellijay, GA, 30540, (706)276-5020, (706)273-0946, lpierce@gilmerschools.com
- Becky Buck, Ed.S., Facilitator (Forsyth Co.)/Mentor, 262 Ed Moore Road, Hayesville, NC, 28940, (678)910-5037, doublebb55@yahoo.com
- Carla Barkley, Ed. S., First Grade Teacher/ Special Education Teacher/ Mentor, 8070 Hwy 100, Buchanan, GA, 30110, (770)845-0927, carla.barkley@haralson.k12.ga.us
- Emily Woodock Kane, M.Ed, SLP. Speech Therapist, 12217 Fairfield House Drive, Apt. 104, Fairfax, VA 22033 (678)340-0674, emilymwoodcock@gmail.com
Volunteer Experience
- Extended School Year, Cumming Elementary, Cumming, GA, 2007-2010
- Inclusion Kindergarten class, Cumming Elementary, Cumming, GA, 2009
- Haven Hills Equestrian Center, Working with children with disabilities, 2008-2010
Activities
- Student Exchange Program, University of Kagoshima, Japan, summer 2010
- Secretary of the Student Council for Exceptional Children (SCEC), 2009-2011
- Spokesperson for the Special Education Program for incoming students to the University of West Georgia
- Member of Student Professional Association
- Teacher of the Month, 01/15
- Member of Parent Involvement Committee
- Helped with many 2015 Family Activities at Ellijay Elementary: STEM Night, Math Night, Earth Day-Campus Clean Up
Summary
Student-focused Substitute Teacher accomplished in managing classrooms and delivering lessons. Careful about following teachers' plans and maintaining discipline. Offers great computer skills and solid understanding of classroom technology. Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Compassionate with distinguished knowledge of child development. Skilled at working closely with students to maintain progression and control behavioral issues. Committed to keeping up with lesson plans while keeping classrooms fun. Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives. Reliable and knowledgeable with experience developing and delivering engaging lessons. Friendly individual enjoys helping students learn new concepts and subjects.
Skills
- Activity management
- Group instruction and Individual instruction
- Individualized care
- Lesson implementation
- Discipline
- Lesson Implementation
- Reporting and documenting
- Instructional technology
- Classroom management
- Positive reinforcement
- Relationship building and management
- Differentiated instruction
- Literacy strategies
- IEP documentation
- Adaptable
- Creative problem solving
- Compliance
- Smartboard technology
Certification
- SP ED GENERAL CURRICULUM (P-12)- Consultative [FLD798]-7/1/16 to 6/30-21
- SP ED LANGUAGE ARTS COGNITIVE LEVEL (P-5, 4-8) [FLD931]-7/1/16 to 6/30/21
- SP ED MATH COGNITIVE LEVEL (P-5, 4-8) [FLD911]-7/1/16 to 6/30/21
- SP ED READING COGNITIVE LEVEL (P-5, 4-8) [FLD951]-7/1/16 to 6/30/21
- SP ED SCIENCE COGNITIVE LEVEL (P-5, 4-8) [FLD921]-7/1/16 to 6/30/21
- SP ED SOCIAL SCIENCE COGNITIVE LEVEL (P-5, 4-8) [FLD941]-7/1/16 to 6/30/21
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Towns County Schools
08.2017 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Towns County Schools
08.2017 - Current
Exceptional Education Teacher - Grades 3 & 4
Hayesville Elementary School
07.2015 - 12.2015
Special Education Teacher – Grades 1-4
Ellijay Elementary School
06.2014 - 06.2015
Special Education Teacher – Grades K-2
Tallapoosa Primary School
08.2011 - 05.2014
Server/Member Service
White Oak Gulf Club
01.2007 - 01.2011
Patient and Physician Relations
Siegel & Dolt Comprehensive Dental Care
01.2005 - 01.2007
Master - Special Education
University of West Georgia
Bachelor of Science - Education: Special Education (P-12)
University of West Georgia
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