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Teresa Irvin

Greensboro,NC

Summary

I have worked as an educator for over seven years.I have enjoyed inspiring students and helping them identify their weaknesses and strengths in order to fully maximize their learning experiences. I love to come along beside students in order to ensure that they become the best that they can be for whatever their future has in store for them.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

University Tutor

University Instructors
01.2025 - Current
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Supported students in development of critical thinking skills and perseverance to persist with challenging tasks.
  • Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
  • Worked closely with students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
  • Assessed student learning needs and provided relevant instruction to close knowledge gaps.

AU Teacher

Woodberry Elementary School
07.2023 - 05.2024
  • Understanding of nature-based and inquiry learning pedagogies
  • Commitment to professional learning
  • Strong communication and organizational skills with a commitment to teamwork
  • Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and in a multi-disciplinary team
  • Demonstrated computer skills, using a variety of technologies
  • Support and implement the ethos of the School
  • Provide a duty of care for all students
  • Create a learning environment that stimulates interest and purposeful learning
  • Plan a clear and comprehensive program that aligns with objectives from the VA Curriculum, as well as progressing the learning of all students
  • Implement best practice teaching and learning strategies to suit program objectives and student developmental needs
  • Actively engage students in all aspects of the learning process
  • Engage students in assessment and evaluation processes and techniques
  • Actively engage with students and their families in relation to student learnings and performance
  • Actively engage in Professional Learning, to develop professionally with colleagues, and receive consistent and up-to-date training regarding education
  • Participate in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities as required
  • Be answerable to the principal for the educational achievement of students under your instruction
  • Supervise students and maintain proper order and discipline on their part through a restorative approach
  • Carry out administrative duties to meet organizational requirements relevant to the teacher's functions
  • Abide by the staff Code of Conduct and other School policies

Production Worker

Proctor and Gamble
04.2022 - 08.2022
  • Operate production line equipment, like a factory conveyor line
  • Assemble goods on a production line
  • Report equipment faults to maintenance staff
  • Monitor production and carry out basic testing and quality checks

Associate Technician

Merck Pharmaceutical Company
12.2021 - 04.2022
  • Performs a variety of complex information technology support duties to ensure smooth delivery of technology services
  • Monitors, operates, and coordinates, assists and trains others in the operation of computer hardware, software, and peripherals in order to achieve desired

Homeroom Teacher Elementary Education General Teacher

Greensboro Islamic Academy
01.2019 - 12.2021
  • Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning
  • Develop schemes of work, lesson plans and tests that are in accordance with established procedures
  • Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment
  • Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction
  • Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
  • Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school
  • Provide appropriate feedback on work
  • Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies
  • Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development
  • Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations
  • Prepare required reports on students and activities
  • Participate in department, school, district and parent meetings
  • Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs
  • Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
  • Prepare classroom for class activities
  • Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities
  • Observe and evaluate student's performance and development

Resource Teacher

Guilford County Schools Employment
10.2020 - 06.2021
  • A resource teacher in elementary school works along with other teachers to help students with reading, writing, and math
  • A resource teacher does not have his/her own classroom; these teachers are more likely to pull groups of students from class or work with them after school

Prevention Foster Care Social Worker

Danville Social Services
08.2008 - 06.2012
  • This position is an advanced level of casework that provides a senior level of assessment and intervention services to children and their families through foster care and/or adoption programs
  • Tasks include assessments, crisis intervention, case planning and referrals to community programs and resources

Exceptional Learning Teacher Assistant

Unnamed School
09.2006 - 08.2008
  • Assists students with daily living skills (i.e. toileting, feeding, diaper change, etc.)
  • Maintains standardized records and documentation concerning the progress of students
  • Performs general housekeeping duties in maintaining an orderly classroom; performs repair and maintenance tasks related to school equipment

Education

Master of Arts - Masters of Teaching And Learning

Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA
02-2012

I did additional courses in education for a teaching license at Phoenix University

Skills

  • Academic advising
  • Teaching strategies
  • Test preparation
  • Subject matter expertise

Timeline

University Tutor - University Instructors
01.2025 - Current
AU Teacher - Woodberry Elementary School
07.2023 - 05.2024
Production Worker - Proctor and Gamble
04.2022 - 08.2022
Associate Technician - Merck Pharmaceutical Company
12.2021 - 04.2022
Resource Teacher - Guilford County Schools Employment
10.2020 - 06.2021
Homeroom Teacher Elementary Education General Teacher - Greensboro Islamic Academy
01.2019 - 12.2021
Prevention Foster Care Social Worker - Danville Social Services
08.2008 - 06.2012
Exceptional Learning Teacher Assistant - Unnamed School
09.2006 - 08.2008
Liberty University - Master of Arts, Masters of Teaching And Learning

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