Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
References
Timeline
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Terry Barker

Teacher
Ball,Louisiana

Summary

Skilled educator with a focus on effective classroom management and innovative curriculum design. Track record of cultivating positive interactions with students and families, resulting in increased engagement and accountability within educational environments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification

Work History

Teacher

Rapides Parish School Board
Alexandria, Louisiana
08.2016 - Current
  • Developed lesson plans aligned with state standards and student needs.
  • Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum and instructional methods.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing resources and strategies for effective instruction.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
  • Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
  • Supervised after school activities such as clubs or sports teams.
  • Assessed student behavior incidents and guided students on decision making and adhering to rules and expectations.
  • Supervised lunch detentions and Tuesday after-school detentions to enforce student accountability.

Recreation Coordinator

Louisiana Special Education Center
Alexandria, Louisiana
01.2003 - 06.2011
  • Organized recreational activities for individuals with special needs.
  • Developed inclusive programs to enhance social skills and teamwork.
  • Assisted staff in implementing safety protocols during events.
  • Facilitated communication between participants, families, and staff members.

Custodian

Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Pineville, Louisiana
01.1998 - 12.2002
  • Maintained cleanliness of public areas and restrooms throughout facilities.
  • Operated floor cleaning machines to ensure safe, clean surfaces.
  • Conducted routine inspections to identify maintenance needs and safety hazards.
  • Maintaining an organized storage area for custodial supplies and equipment; ordering additional items when needed.

U.S. Army

U.S. Army Active Duty
07.1992 - 07.1997
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.

Education

Master of Education in Administration - Education Administration

Lamar University
Beaumont, TX
12-2024

Bachelor of Science - Education

Louisiana State University - Alexandria
Alexandria, LA
05-2016

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Curriculum development
  • Student assessment
  • Educational leadership
  • Staff mentoring
  • Instructional strategies
  • Behavioral discipline
  • Motivating students
  • Handle-with-care
  • CPR

Affiliations

  • Football
  • Basketball
  • Archery
  • Track and Field

Accomplishments

  • Jr High Teacher of the year 2019-2020
  • National Society of Collegiate Scholars 2024
  • Leadership Cohort 2025

Certification

  • Handle-With-Care Certification
  • CPR and First Aid Certification

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Teacher

Rapides Parish School Board
08.2016 - Current

Recreation Coordinator

Louisiana Special Education Center
01.2003 - 06.2011

Custodian

Veterans Affairs Medical Center
01.1998 - 12.2002

U.S. Army

U.S. Army Active Duty
07.1992 - 07.1997

Master of Education in Administration - Education Administration

Lamar University

Bachelor of Science - Education

Louisiana State University - Alexandria