Tracy Lang
Educator
Bay Saint Louis,MS
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
12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Hancock County School District
Kiln, MS
08.2019 - Current
- Used learning stations to incorporate colors, shapes and textures to help students develop communication skills and build relationships.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
- Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Developed problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by presenting challenges to boost self-esteem and performance.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers and administrative staff.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
Hancock County School Bus Driver
Hancock County School District
Kiln, MS
08.2021 - Current
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.
- Performed bus driving duties while keeping student safety in mind to maintain good safety record.
- Obeyed federal, Mississippi and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
- Followed schedules precisely to completely daily routes.
Teacher's Assistant
Hancock County School District
Kiln
01.2012 - 08.2019
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
- Reviewed lesson material with students individually or in small groups.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
- Prepared learning materials, helping teachers prepare for daily instruction.
- Helped teachers recognize learning issues evidenced in one-to-one support instruction.
- Attended training classes, parent conferences and faculty meetings to stay up-to-date on student progress.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Southern Mississippi
Gulfport, MS 08.2016 - 05.2019
Skills
Elementary education
Activity Planning
Problem-solving skills
Group and individual instruction
Team collaboration
Time management
Organizational skills
Technology integration
Proficient in [Software]
Student records management
Lesson Planning
Timeline
Hancock County School Bus Driver
Hancock County School District
08.2021 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Hancock County School District
08.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Southern Mississippi
08.2016 - 05.2019
Teacher's Assistant
Hancock County School District
01.2012 - 08.2019