Sunya Coleman
Ladson,SC
Summary
Seasoned middle school teacher with thirteen years of experience in tailored and integrated math instruction. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment that incorporates the eight mathematical practices into everyday instruction. Used real-world social issues and historical context in project-based learning and data analysis to deepen the learning experience.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Middle School Math Teacher
Charleston County School District
Charleston, South Carolina
08.2021 - Current
- Designed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards for middle school math.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse student learning needs.
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations regularly.
- Communicated effectively with parents to discuss student performance and behavior concerns.
- Created a positive learning environment that encouraged critical thinking skills in mathematics.
- Used data analysis techniques to track student performance over time.
- Aligned classroom instructional strategies with district, state, and national requirements.
- Incorporated real-world applications into lessons whenever possible to increase relevance of math topics.
- Employed various instructional methods such as lectures, demonstrations, projects.
- Educated students on core principles and advanced concepts of mathematics.
- Boosted student learning by facilitating in-depth classroom discussions to expand upon lectures.
- Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
Education
Master of Science - Sociology With An Emphasis in Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12-2020
Bachelor of Science - Education
Illinois State University
Normal, Illinois, IL05-2013
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Harry S. Truman College
Chicago, IL07-2007
Skills
- Tailored instruction
- Data analysis
- Critical thinking facilitation
- Real-world application
- Effective collaboration
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Collaborative learning
- Literacy skills
- Concept demonstrations
- Adaptability in teaching
- Student assessment
- Growth mindset
- Mathematics lesson planning
- Strong analytical thinking
- Teaching diverse learners
- Summative assessment
Accomplishments
Illinois State Board of Education: Excellence in Middle School Mathematics Teaching Award, June 2019
Certification
Mathematics
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Middle School Math Teacher
Charleston County School District
08.2021 - Current
Master of Science - Sociology With An Emphasis in Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Illinois State University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Harry S. Truman College