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
Pocalla Springs Elementary
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.
Pocalla Springs Elementary, Sumter
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
Lemira Elementary School
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
Pocalla Springs Elem.
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, SC05.2001
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