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Hobbies: hobby farm , reading
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Tina Price

Bethune,SC

Summary

Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Developmentally Delayed PreK /K5 Teacher

Sumter School District
08.2022 - Current
  • Lead Special Education Teacher
  • Teacher of the Year 2018-2019 for Pocalla Springs Elementary
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students'' learning experiences outside the traditional classroom setting.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.

Developmentally Delayed 3yr. Old/PreK/K5 Teacher

Sumter School Dist.
10.2013 - 08.2022
  • Lead Special Ed. Teacher
  • Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
  • Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
  • Registered student progress and attendance on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students'' learning experiences outside the traditional classroom setting.
  • Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.

Kindergarten Inclusion Teacher

Sumter School District
08.2008 - 10.2013
  • Assessed individual student progress regularly, providing timely feedback and adjusting instructional methods as needed for maximum growth potential.
  • Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
  • Maintained accurate records of student performance data, informing instructional decisions based on measurable evidence of progress toward goals.
  • Implemented effective behavior management plans, resulting in fewer disruptions and increased focus on learning tasks.
  • Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
  • Strengthened relationships with parents, students, and colleagues by maintaining open communication channels and participating in school events.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
  • Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
  • Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
  • Provided nursing duties to students
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

EMD Teacher K5-5th Gr.

Sumter School District
08.2001 - 06.2008
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • 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.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

University of South Carolina Upstate
Spartanburg, SC/ Sumter, SC
05.2001

Skills

  • Special Education Teacher
  • Teacher of the Year 2018-2019 for Pocalla Springs Elementary
  • Elementary Education
  • Student needs assessment
  • Data-Driven Instruction
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Co-Teaching and Co-Planning
  • Parent-Teacher Communication

Hobbies: hobby farm , reading

I enjoy reading .  I also own and raise goats  and herding dogs. 

Timeline

Developmentally Delayed PreK /K5 Teacher

Sumter School District
08.2022 - Current

Developmentally Delayed 3yr. Old/PreK/K5 Teacher

Sumter School Dist.
10.2013 - 08.2022

Kindergarten Inclusion Teacher

Sumter School District
08.2008 - 10.2013

EMD Teacher K5-5th Gr.

Sumter School District
08.2001 - 06.2008

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

University of South Carolina Upstate

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