Tracy Renfro
Soddy Daisy,Tennessee
Summary
I absolutely loved teaching, and I continue to enjoy working with students through substituting. I took great pleasure in designing lessons, working with students, exploring research-based teaching strategies, and the many other aspects of being an educator. My students' test scores showed continued growth, and my evaluations were in the top range. I would not change anything about my life as a teacher.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
ESS
08.2022 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports, ensuring timely submission to administration for reporting purposes.
Retired Teacher
Former - Hamilton County Schools
07.1988 - 05.2022
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- 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.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Education
Masters of Education - Administration And Supervision, Education
University of Tennessee, Chattanooga, TN
Chattanooga12.1993
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Tennessee, Chattanooga, TN
Chattanooga12.1987
High School Diploma -
Tyner High School
Chattanooga, TN06.1982
Skills
Lesson Planning and Curriculum Design
Student Engagement
Evaluating Student Progress
Behavior Management
Classroom Organization
Differentiation
Language Arts Instruction
Social Studies Instruction
Language Arts Instruction
Social Studies Instruction
Certification
Elementary Education (grades 1 - 8)
Administration and Supervision (Education)
Current Tennessee Teacher's License
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
ESS
08.2022 - Current
Retired Teacher
Former - Hamilton County Schools
07.1988 - 05.2022
Masters of Education - Administration And Supervision, Education
University of Tennessee, Chattanooga, TN
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Tennessee, Chattanooga, TN
High School Diploma -
Tyner High School
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