Tonya Thomas
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential
Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches
Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills
Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
Reliable and eager to contribute to team success through hard work
Seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Portsmouth Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques customized for diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enhancing students'' understanding of various subjects.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Implemented engaging hands-on activities to reinforce fundamental concepts, resulting in increased student motivation and participation.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student progress and addressing concerns as needed.
Site Supervisor
The Children's Center
11.2021 - 08.2023
- Provide onsite training to help develop employee skills.
- Monitor implementation of best practices and safe operating procedures in Head Start and Early Head classrooms.
- Check on teacher lesson plans and implementation in order to assess quality of education and assistance offered to students.
- Train new team members on site policies and procedures.
- Maintain and submit employee records and timesheets.
- Facilitate meetings and professional development with teachers to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Develop partnerships with parents and community partners to build awareness, increase support and share resources.
- Strategize and coordinate with department heads and managers to integrate new standards, models and organizational improvements.
Instructional Coach
CAP Tulsa
06.2010 - 08.2021
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies
- Collaborated with teachers to complete effective lesson plans to identify underdeveloped skills
- Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs and identified research-based instructional strategies
- Reviewed formative and summative data and information from various tests to accurately assess children
- Modeled classroom instruction and activities for teachers
- Built and maintained positive relationships with children, parents, colleagues, administrators, and stakeholders
- Developed staff members' attitudes, skills, and knowledge through various professional development targeted topics
- Maintained detailed files and created charts tracking teachers' teaching progress.
- Assisted in employee interviews
Elementary Education Teacher
Metro-Davidson County Public Schools
08.1995 - 05.2010
- Developed learning objectives for each subject area to quantify learning and set benchmarks
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills
- Included multicultural awareness in class discussions to meet state standards
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline
- Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings
Elementary Education Teacher
Lynchburg City Public Schools
08.1993 - 06.1995
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Developed learning objectives for each subject area to quantify learning and set benchmarks.
- Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class engagement.
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
Elementary Education Teacher
Suffolk Public Schools
09.1991 - 06.1993
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Developed learning objectives for each subject area to quantify learning and set benchmarks.
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Education
Ph.D. - Instructional Leadership And Academic Curriculum
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK12.2024
Master of Education - Instructional Effectiveness, MEd.
Travecca Nazarene University
Nashville, TN05.2003
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA05.1991
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Behavioral improvements
- Organizational skills
- Relationship building
- Problem-solving skills
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Child development
- Curriculum selection
- Safety awareness
Certification
Certification
CLASS, Certified PreK Observer
CLASS, Certified Toddler Observer
CLASS, Certified Infant Observer
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Portsmouth Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Site Supervisor
The Children's Center
11.2021 - 08.2023
Instructional Coach
CAP Tulsa
06.2010 - 08.2021
Elementary Education Teacher
Metro-Davidson County Public Schools
08.1995 - 05.2010
Elementary Education Teacher
Lynchburg City Public Schools
08.1993 - 06.1995
Elementary Education Teacher
Suffolk Public Schools
09.1991 - 06.1993
Ph.D. - Instructional Leadership And Academic Curriculum
University of Oklahoma
Master of Education - Instructional Effectiveness, MEd.
Travecca Nazarene University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
James Madison University
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