Terrie Felton
Yazoo City,Mississippi
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
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Yazoo City School District
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
Curriculum Coordinator
Yazoo City Municipal School District
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Collaborated with administrators to determine course objectives.
- Provided subject matter expertise on all courses, materials and lesson plans.
- Teamed with subject matter experts in evaluation and revision of training tools in order to continually improve learning platforms.
- Effectively implemented best training practices and adult learning principles in planning and creation of instructional materials.
- Reached out to vendors to evaluate available curriculums and associated materials.
- Designed, implemented, and managed successful training programs to meet department and school needs.
Vocational Director
Yazoo City Municipal School District
08.2016 - 07.2018
- Connected with business and recruiters to build relationships and increase opportunities for students.
- Developed career and education plans based on individual needs.
- Equipped students with job search skills to increase success chances.
- Attended job fairs and visited classrooms to provide wide range of information to prospective job seekers.
- Devised and oversaw job fairs and career events.
- Maintained case files and documented actions.
Assistant Principal
Yazoo City Municipal School District
08.2011 - 07.2016
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
Teacher
Yazoo City Municipal School District
08.1991 - 06.2011
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Education
Ph.D. - Education Administration
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS12.2024
Educational Leadership
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS08.2003
Master of Arts - English
Mississippi College
Clinton, MS08.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Rust College
Holly Springs, MS04.1990
Skills
- Classroom Safety Practices
- Education Law
- Educational Settings
- Curriculum Development
- Curriculum Management
- Social Development
- Oral/Written Communication
- Leadership
- Critical Thinker
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Yazoo City School District
08.2019 - 05.2023
Curriculum Coordinator
Yazoo City Municipal School District
08.2018 - 07.2019
Vocational Director
Yazoo City Municipal School District
08.2016 - 07.2018
Assistant Principal
Yazoo City Municipal School District
08.2011 - 07.2016
Teacher
Yazoo City Municipal School District
08.1991 - 06.2011
Ph.D. - Education Administration
Jackson State University
Educational Leadership
Jackson State University
Master of Arts - English
Mississippi College
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Rust College
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