Taneka Murphy
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Detroit Public School Community District
1999.08 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enhancing student understanding of interconnected subjects.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, leading to significant improvements in their academic performance.
- Developed positive relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication, fostering a supportive learning environment for students.
- Designed engaging hands-on activities that encouraged problem-solving skills and critical thinking among students.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and best practices, integrating new knowledge into daily instruction.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations and implementing consistent consequences when necessary, creating a positive learning environment for all students.
- Assessed student progress regularly using a variety of formative assessment tools, adjusting instruction accordingly to meet individual needs.
- Coordinated extracurricular activities such as clubs or sports teams related to subject area expertise, fostering a sense of community within the school setting while encouraging personal growth among participants.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Registered student progress and attendance on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Camp Counselor
St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Community
1989.06 - 1989.08
- Enhanced camper experience by organizing and leading engaging activities tailored to various age groups.
- Boosted camp morale by fostering a supportive, inclusive, and fun environment for all participants.
- Contributed to the development of new programs aimed at increasing camper retention and satisfaction rates.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Developed strong relationships with co-counselors that resulted in seamless teamwork during challenging situations or emergencies.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
Education
Master of Arts - Education And Administration
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ05.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI05.1998
Skills
- Group Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Classroom Instruction
- Small Group Instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
- Behavior Management
- Learning Assessments
- Student Records Management
- Public Speaking
- Elementary Education
- Lesson Planning
- Student evaluations
- Curriculum Development
- Standardized Testing
- Student rapport
- Differentiated Instruction
- Fundraising
- Technology Integration
Timeline
Teacher
Detroit Public School Community District
1999.08 - Current
Camp Counselor
St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Community
1989.06 - 1989.08
Master of Arts - Education And Administration
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Wayne State University
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