Sylvia Watts
Birmingham,AL
Summary
Dynamic educator with experience at Birmingham City Schools, adept at fostering student involvement and providing motivational support. Successfully implemented engaging lesson plans and utilized cross-disciplinary teaching methods to enhance comprehension. Skilled in adapting instruction for diverse learning needs, resulting in improved student performance and engagement.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12 & Tutor
Birmingham City Schools
09.2023 - Current
- Facilitated classroom management and maintained a positive learning environment.
- Monitored student progress and provided constructive feedback to encourage improvement.
- Adapted instructional materials to enhance student engagement and comprehension.
- Collaborated with full-time teachers to ensure continuity of curriculum delivery.
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Utilized variety of assessment tools to evaluate student progress and inform instruction adjustments.
Educator
Birmingham City Schools
08.1993 - 06.2021
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state curriculum standards.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance student understanding and participation.
- Mentored new educators on effective teaching strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Collaborated with parents and community members to support student learning initiatives.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify areas for instructional improvement.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
University of Montevallo
Montevallo, ALMaster of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management
Alabama State University
Montgomery, ALBachelor of Arts - Education
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama, ALBachelor of Science - Biology
Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, ALSkills
- Fostering student involvement
- Motivational support
- Cross-disciplinary teaching
- Assistance for diverse learning needs
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12 & Tutor
Birmingham City Schools
09.2023 - Current
Educator
Birmingham City Schools
08.1993 - 06.2021
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
University of Montevallo
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management
Alabama State University
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Tuskegee University