Teresa Freeman
Fayetteville,GA
Summary
I would consider myself to be a dynamic educator with a proven track record at Jackson Road Elementary School. I have continued my education by obtaining my Dyslexia endorsement and completing the OG phonics training to help improve student literacy. I have participated in school and district wide lesson planning to improve engagement with innovative lessons and technology. I am a part of several committees and teams to help support the culture and climate of the school. I believe I have excelled in adapting my teaching methods to support the diverse needs of the families at my school which helped significantly boost learning outcomes. I shine in organizational strategies and demonstrate exceptional problem-solving abilities and classroom management.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Griffin-Spalding County School System
07.2019 - Current
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
Peer Writing Tutor
Gordon State College
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Promoted development of good study habits and learning skills.
- Assisted other students with homework and provided supplementary instruction.
- Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
- Led tutoring workshops for groups of students with related tutoring needs.
- Worked closely with students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
- Facilitated small group and one-on-one tutoring sessions focusing on academic subject areas.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education/ Special Education
Gordon State College
Barnesville, GA05-2019
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education/ Special Education
Gordon State College
Barnesville, GA05-2017
High School Diploma -
Whitewater High School
Fayetteville, GA05-2015
Skills
- Excellent classroom management
- Innovative lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Effective Collaborator
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Problem-solving skills
- Literacy strategies
- Organizational skills
Certification
- K-5 General/ Special Education Certification
- Dyslexia Endorsement
- OG Certified
Timeline
Teacher
Griffin-Spalding County School System
07.2019 - Current
Peer Writing Tutor
Gordon State College
08.2017 - 05.2019
- K-5 General/ Special Education Certification
- Dyslexia Endorsement
- OG Certified
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education/ Special Education
Gordon State College
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education/ Special Education
Gordon State College
High School Diploma -
Whitewater High School
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