Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
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Tahalia Edwards
Educator
Loganville,GA
Summary
Overview
18
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Gwinnett County Public SchoolsSnellville, GA
Teacher
08.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Passionate educator who ensures consistent application of highly creative reading and math curriculum for grades Pre K-5
- Designed and created remedial tutoring sessions for pupils who were underachieving including lesson plans, teaching materials and 1:1 sessions
- Successfully delivered teaching lessons through traditional and digital methods including utilizing online resources such as iReady Math, Amplified Reading, and Imagine Learning, lesson planning, curriculum development, resource creation, and classroom management.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success
Dekalb County Public SchoolsDecatur, GA
Teacher
08.2016 - 05.2020
Job overview
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate
New York City Public SchoolsThe Bronx, NY
Teacher
09.2006 - 06.2016
Job overview
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had equal opportunity for success.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement
Education
University of West GeorgiaCarrollton, GA
Specialist in Education from Elementary Education
05.2023 - 05.2023
University Overview
Mercy CollegeDobbs Ferry, NY
Master of Science from Elementary Education
12.2007 - 12.2007
University Overview
SUNY At AlbanyAlbany, NY
Associate of Arts from Sociology
05.2001 - 05.2001
University Overview
- Dean's List [Spring, 2000]
Skills
Skills
Skills
Curriculum Development, Classroom management, Languages, monthly grade Instructional Focused Team meetings to improve implementation of curriculum, Collaborated with other team members on curriculum development, lesson plans, and assignments critical to successful ELA and Math outcomes., Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards., Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies., Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.Certification
Certified Teacher, K-5
Timeline
University of West Georgia
Specialist in Education from Elementary Education
05.2023 - 05.2023
Teacher
Gwinnett County Public Schools
08.2020 - Current
Teacher
Dekalb County Public Schools
08.2016 - 05.2020
Mercy College
Master of Science from Elementary Education
12.2007 - 12.2007
Teacher
New York City Public Schools
09.2006 - 06.2016
SUNY At Albany
Associate of Arts from Sociology
05.2001 - 05.2001