Tracyee Foster
Lead Science Teacher
Richmond,VA
Summary
Industrious educator with solid history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students with solid lectures, discussions and activities. Implement intervention strategies and discipline management techniques to enhance student success. Trained in attendance, assessment and grading requirements.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
25
25
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Lead Science Teacher
Binford Middle School
Richmond , VA
08.2005 - Current
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Collaborated with specialists to meet needs of students of all abilities requiring extra support.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Collaborated with other teachers to integrate science into other curricula.
Science Teacher
Prince Edward Middle School
Farmville, VA
08.2002 - 08.2005
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
- Designed innovative science curricula to engage students and promote critical thinking.
- Supported student comprehension of scientific principles through individualized instruction.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
Procurement Assistant
Travers Tool Company
Flushing, NY
06.1998 - 05.1999
- Prepared rosters of suppliers and service providers to elicit quotes and bid information for supplies, inputs and services.
- Assisted in evaluating and analyzing offers received from suppliers and service providers.
- Exercised discretion when dealing with confidential and sensitive matters.
- Built and maintained professional relationships with clients and co-workers.
- Assisted with preparation of purchase orders and letters of agreement (LOA).
- Procured goods and supplies while adhering to strict industry rules and procedures.
- Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
- Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors, and recommended optimal suppliers.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Communicated frequently with stores and vendors to manage orders and verify revisions on purchase orders.
- Determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality, and reliability and negotiated favorable contracts.
- Solved diverse supply chain problems involving numerous sources, logistics, and scheduling factors.
Education
Certification in Educational Arts Intergration - Educational Arts Integration
University of Richmond
Richmond 07.2019 - 12.2021
Master of Education - Adminstration And Supervision
Virginia State University
Petersburg, VA 08.2002 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Longwood University
Farmville, VA 06.1999 - 06.2001
No Degree - Occupational Therapy
York College of The City University of New York
Jamaica, NY 05.2001 -
No Degree - Pre-Physical Therapy
Longwood College
Farmville Virginia 05.2001 -
Skills
Student records management
Testing and grading
Standardized Testing
Test Proctoring
Group and individual instruction
Student engagement
Classroom management
Curriculum Development
Classroom technology
Differentiated instruction
Student-centered learning
SMART Board aptitude
Certification
Licensed Biology and Middle School Science Teacher for 21 years
Timeline
Certification in Educational Arts Intergration - Educational Arts Integration
University of Richmond
07.2019 - 12.2021
Lead Science Teacher
Binford Middle School
08.2005 - Current
Licensed Biology and Middle School Science Teacher for 21 years
09-2002
Science Teacher
Prince Edward Middle School
08.2002 - 08.2005
Master of Education - Adminstration And Supervision
Virginia State University
08.2002 - 06.2023
No Degree - Occupational Therapy
York College of The City University of New York
05.2001 -
No Degree - Pre-Physical Therapy
Longwood College
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Longwood University
06.1999 - 06.2001
Procurement Assistant
Travers Tool Company
06.1998 - 05.1999
Geneology Research
Researched my families 3 sides back to early 1800. I love to uncover new clues and find new relatives. The world is a puzzle we are all pieces in need of connection.
Geneology Research
Researched my families 3 sides back to early 1800. I love to uncover new clues and find new relatives. The world is a puzzle we are all pieces in need of connection.