Teresa A. Cox
Educator/Writer
Grovetown,GA
Summary
I have worked as an educator over many years and in three states. I have performed a variety of educational services at all school levels in my career.
I have effectively developed curriculum for a diverse population of student learners and worked closely with colleagues to ensure the implementation of curriculum.
I have written on a variety of topics throughout my career and have a passion for writing.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Teaching Certifications
Work History
Writer
Educational Career
- Successfully completed young adult novel, various short stories and poems for publication.
English Language Arts and Composition Teacher
Thomson High School
01.2015 - Current
- English Language Arts and Composition for grades 10, 11, 12 throughout my time.
- Developed curriculum for 11th to prepare students to successfully complete the End of Course Assessments.
- Utilized various techniques and strategies to enhance student engagement and enrichment activities for all levels of students learning students who received co-taught accommodations and those that received gifted accommodations.
- Utilized a variety of online services to increase basic skill instruction as the platform for IXL and what was previously referred to Test Prep USA.
- Worked closely with grade level collaborative team members to best determine curriculum and educational needs of our students.
English Language Arts Teacher
George P. Butler High School
01.2007 - Current
- Instruct 12th, 11th grade American Literature, 10th Literature, and 9th Literature.
- Instructed English Language Arts in both the collaborative and pull-out settings.
- I have developed lessons that are aligned with the Common Core Standards.
- I have enhanced the instruction to provide differentiation through background information on novels and units of study from personal library and years of instructing English Language Arts.
- Maintain a caseload of approximately 10-12 students annually.
- Participated in Common Core Standards Training for English Language Arts 2011-2012 school year.
- Co-developed and presented district presentation to District English Department Heads on Literature Circles, 2012.
- Co-developed and presented district presentation to District English Department Heads on the 5 Step Protocol for teaching a standard, 2011.
- Completed Title I Reading Endorsement course through RESA and Richmond Co. Public School System.
- Participated in training for the Georgia High School Writing Test Assessment through RESA 2010.
- Co-sponsored High School High Tech program 2009-2010.
Law of Life Coordinator
Thomson High School
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Served as school liaison between classroom teachers, students, district level administration and the state Law of Life coordinator.
- The Law of Life Essay Contest is sponsored by the state of Georgia Rotary Clubs and is utilized to encourage students to developed resilience through difficult times.
- Students can express themselves through writing and then present their speeches to a group of local Rotarians and School Administration and guest each spring.
- THS has been involved in this process for the past twenty years.
- Participation is voluntary; however, admission is based on enrollment per grade level and THS is required to maintain a percentage.
- In conjunction with THS and Law of Life, I personally have uploaded approximately 300 essays for evaluation into the contest.
- I personally began the process of framing the certificates and presenting those to THS grade level winners and honorable mentions out of pocket as this had not been done.
- The Rotarian Club presents the grade level winners with additional memorabilia and monetary gifts upon the Spring Luncheon.
Department Chair of the Special Education Department
George P. Butler High School
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Responsible for organizing, planning, and implementation of the teaching schedule for nine special education teachers and two paraprofessionals.
- Working with the Guidance Department and District Liaison in the scheduling of approximately 120 students with special needs.
- Distribution and budgeting of department funds.
- Proctoring and organizing state mandated testing for students with special testing requirements.
President
Lee’s Summit National Education Association
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Served as president of the local teacher’s association with over 400 members and an operating budget of $10,000.
- Responsibilities include holding monthly meetings, attending legislative meeting dates, representing members at state and national representative assemblies.
- Served district level committee, TEAM Lee’s Summit of 25 members that met monthly to determine budget for upcoming school year.
- Also revised district survey which guided upcoming school budget.
- Developed current operating procedures for local association.
- Conducted training for Building Representatives and summer retreat for executive board.
- Maintain close relationships with community business leaders through the Chamber of Commerce.
English Teacher
Lee’s Summit North High School
01.2002 - 01.2007
- Instructed 10th and 11th grade English Composition, Grammar, and Literature to students that receive Special Education services in Written Expression and Reading through modified curriculum.
- Developed units of study for: Night, Lord of the Flies, Fahrenheit 451 and The Crucible.
- Instructed 11th grade British Literature in a collaborative classroom setting.
- Served on school Diversity Committee which implemented several key programs to include 'Ruby Payne' and 'Unitown' within our school district to promote diversity.
- Served on the District Wide 5-year Improvement Committee.
- Developed and presented school wide teacher training on modifications of students who receive special education services.
- Also, presented presentation at the state level through MNEA.
- Developed and published procedures for special education teachers at school level.
- Proctored and administered the 10th and 11th grade MAP testing.
- Proctor and administer ACT special testing upon request.
- Served as President of local MNEA which included many responsibilities at the district, state and national level.
English Teacher
Jenks High School
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Instructed 12th grade students in English Grammar and Literature.
- Instructed 10th, 11th and 12th grade students in Basic Math, Basic Geometry, and Algebra I.
- Successfully instructed Algebra I and utilized the 'Hands-on-Equations' technique which resulted in increased performance of students.
- Organized a group of seniors in building, cleaned out gardens, planted flowers, and installed a bench for a memory garden for the school. Cost covered by me.
Teacher
Sapulpa High School
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Instructed 10th, 11th, 12th grade students in Math and English through self-contained, multi-leveled classes.
- Instructed Pre-Algebra using 'Hands-on-Equations' to prepare students for state changes in Math requirements.
- Served as an Assistant Coach for the Sapulpa High School Academic Team.
- I participated with my students through the ROPES Challenge Course at Sapulpa.
- Completed the instruction to become a Challenge Quest Facilitator.
Teacher
Country Lane Elementary
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Instructed students in grades 1st through 5th with varying degrees of Learning Disabilities in Inclusion and Resource setting.
- Weekly collaborated with regular education teachers to develop team teaching techniques to meet students’ academic needs.
- I implemented the Fast Track Reading Series to struggling readers which produced a positive gain of reading decoding and comprehension among non-readers.
- Instructed hands-on science activities to 4th and 5th grade students as assistant sponsor of the Science Club.
Assistant Editor and Photojournalist
01.1990 - 01.1991
- Responsible for publication of bi-monthly community newspaper, 'Donau', with a circulation of 3,000.
- Conducted interviews with local personnel, wrote and developed news and feature articles to include graphic layout and photo layout.
- Provided an excellent liaison between regional command leaders, community members, and the German community at large.
- Photojournalist- subject matter, chemically processing the film for development and then evaluating and utilizing for story enhancements.
Education
Master of Arts - English And Creative Writing
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH09-2019
Bachelor of Science - Education
Oral Roberts University
Tulsa, OK05-1997
Skills
- Effective writing
- Creative collaboration
- Journalism
- Creative writing
- Editing
- Formatting
- Content editing
Certification
2021-Present AP English Language and Composition Endorsement
University of Georgia in conjunction with College Board
Valid to 2027 Georgia Teaching Certification Secondary English 6-12 (Field FLD730)
Georgia Teacher Teaching Certification Level 4
Special Education General Curriculum (P-12)
Special Education Learning Disabilities (P-12) Consultative
Special Education Physical and Health Disabilities (P-12) Consultative
Special Education Language Arts Cognitive Level (P-5, 4-8, 6-12)
Special Education Social Science Cognitive Level (P-5, 4-8)
Lifetime Georgia Reading Endorsement (Field 833)
Honors/Awards
Sigma Tau Delta-International English Honor Society
The Rising Star Award 2012, The Sonja Geesley Leadership Award for Lee’s Summit NEA 2003-2004, Summa Cum Laude Graduate, The National Deans Lists 1996-1997, Top Ten Outstanding Seniors in Education Award 1997, Dr. Radine Frisbie Special Education Award 1997, ORU Honor Society 1996-1997, National Collegiate Education Award 1996, All-American Scholar 1996, The National Deans Lists 1994-1995, Army Commendation Award 1991-Community support Operation Desert Shield/Storm, Army Commendation Award 1990-Command Information, Outstanding Performance Award-Community newspaper, "Donau", 1990
Quote
"Make the most of yourself, because that is all there is of you"
Emerson
Timeline
Law of Life Coordinator
Thomson High School
01.2022 - 01.2025
English Language Arts and Composition Teacher
Thomson High School
01.2015 - Current
Department Chair of the Special Education Department
George P. Butler High School
01.2012 - 01.2014
English Language Arts Teacher
George P. Butler High School
01.2007 - Current
President
Lee’s Summit National Education Association
01.2006 - 01.2007
English Teacher
Lee’s Summit North High School
01.2002 - 01.2007
English Teacher
Jenks High School
01.2001 - 01.2002
Teacher
Sapulpa High School
01.2000 - 01.2001
Teacher
Country Lane Elementary
01.1999 - 01.2000
Assistant Editor and Photojournalist
01.1990 - 01.1991
Writer
Educational Career
Master of Arts - English And Creative Writing
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Oral Roberts University
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