TABATHA MORGAN

Attentive professional with stellar communication skills and a broad understanding of best teaching practices. Organized and driven with the innate ability to stay on task. Uses effective and efficient methods of teaching while focusing on the individual needs of each student. Possess a positive and effective teaching style with the willingness to work above and beyond the call of duty with proven ability to enhance students' performance and empower them with knowledge Versatile Classroom Teacher offering 12 years of experience working with K-12 students. Knowledgeable about Mississippi state and federal guidelines. Passionate about helping students develop both academic knowledge and life skills.

• Monitored and recorded progress to ensure all students are retaining content.
• Conferred with parents, guardians, colleagues and administrators about pupils' behavioral and academic performance.
• Entered grades and behavior assessments in the progress monitoring systems such as Active Parent and Class Dojo.
• Coordinated and maintained classroom activities including assessment, attendance, positive classroom climate building using the PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Support) model, and using differentiated instruction.

• Assessed students' progress frequently through formative and summative assessments used to guide future instruction.
• Instructed students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods to ensure mastery.
• Conveyed ELA content using various differentiated instruction techniques.
• Implemented interventions according to the plans drafted by the MTSS team.
• Implemented various classroom management techniques for maintaining student attention.

• Identified student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and identifying issues that interfered with learning and social assimilation.
• Referred students to the counselor as necessary for in-depth social and emotional guidance.

• Promoted to lead teacher and school level leadership team
• Integral part of a team of educators that moved a school from failing to successful in one academic year
• Recognized for assisting struggling students become proficient in 7th and 8th grade ELA standards on benchmark and statewide assessments

• Classroom Teacher, Madison County Public Schools, 2022-01-01, current, Developed lesson plans and supplementary materials using Mississippi Department of Education's standards and pacing guides., Provided individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student and subgroups of students., Used creative curriculum as guide to plan and create lesson plans based on children's interest and development levels., Constructed age-appropriate curriculum design and teaching strategies to engage all students., Adapted techniques into creative lessons that stimulated the emotional, intellectual and social growth of students., Planned field experiences to help students build prior and familiarity knowledge.
• Lead Teacher/Interventionist, Canton Public Schools, 2021-01-01, 2022-12-31, Assume responsibility for operation of the Center in the absence of the school administrators., Assist in the design and implementation of education programs, including in-service staff training programs., Assist in planning and attending special programs and activities related to the center., Serve as immediate supervisor of the teaching assistant(s) and classroom support personnel., Plan academic excursions designed to introduce students to occupations and postsecondary opportunities., Execute awareness campaigns to address issues impeding social, emotional, and academic development of teenagers., Attend and engages in ongoing professional development to improve personal and professional skills., Conduct team meetings with support staff to provide feedback and consultation on academic or management concerns., Co Teach with novice teachers to provide support and feedback.
• Classroom Teacher, Canton Public Schools, 2006-01-01, 2021-12-31, Developed lesson plans and supplementary materials using Mississippi Department of Education's standards and pacing guides., Provided individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student and subgroups of students., Used creative curriculum as guide to plan and create lesson plans based on children's interest and development levels., Constructed age-appropriate curriculum design and teaching strategies to engage all students., Adapted techniques into creative lessons that stimulated the emotional, intellectual and social growth of students., Planned field experiences to help students build prior and familiarity knowledge.

• Promoted to lead teacher and school-level leadership team
• An integral part of a team of educators that moved a school from failing to successful in one academic year.
• Recognized for assisting struggling students to become proficient with ELA standards on benchmark and statewide assessments.