Tatum Sowden
Phenix City,AL
Summary
Dynamic Kindergarten Teacher with a proven track record at Phenix City School District, adept in lesson planning and student assessment. Successfully fostered emotional growth and critical thinking through engaging educational games and personalized support, enhancing student success and family relationships. Committed to continuous improvement in teaching methodologies.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Phenix City School District
12.2023 - Current
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student social and emotional growth.
- Implemented assessment strategies to monitor student progress and adapt instruction.
- Organized and facilitated hands-on activities that promote critical thinking skills.
- Participated in professional development workshops to refine teaching practices and methodologies.
- Recognized children's physical, emotional, and social needs for personalized support.
- Supported emotional development by teaching and modeling empathy, patience, and communication skills.
- Kept accurate documents about student progress for school and parent records.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
- Played games with students to increase their understanding of subjects.
- Assisted in curriculum development to align lessons with state standards and improve overall instructional quality.
Education
M.Ed. - Early Childhood Education
University of West Alabama
Livingston, Alabama, AL09-2026
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Auburn University
Auburn, Alabama, AL12-2023
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum planning
- Group and individual instruction
- Emotional support
- Educational games
- Student assessment
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Phenix City School District
12.2023 - Current
M.Ed. - Early Childhood Education
University of West Alabama
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Auburn University