Trelles M Berry
New Orleans
Summary
Dedicated and responsive professional with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification, and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire love of learning.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher/Interventionist
Firstline Charter Schools-Phillis Wheatley Community School
07.2023 - Current
- Develop and implement a comprehensive and engaging curriculum, resulting in a 25% improvement in student performance based on standardized test scores.
- Mentored a team of five novice science teachers, improving instructional strategies, and contributing to a 20% improvement in overall science department performance.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to motivate students to excel in science.
- Utilized classroom management techniques to ensure a conducive learning environment.
Teacher
Athlos Academy of Jefferson Parish
Terrytown, LA
09.2020 - 05.2023
- Implemented formative assessment strategies with a consistent year-over-year student pass rate improvement of 10%.
- Assisted in organizing and supervising field trips to local science museums, providing students with additional learning opportunities outside of the classroom.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet the diverse needs of students, resulting in increased academic growth and student success.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and implement cross-curricular projects, such as a STEM fair, resulting in increased student interest and improved interdisciplinary skills.
Learning Resources Coordinator
Blue Cliff College
08.2017 - 02.2020
- Implemented departmental policies and standards in conjunction with management to streamline internal processes.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while upholding company standards.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Analyzed financial activities of department to share budgetary input with managers.
Substitute Teacher
Recovery School District/Kelly Educational Services
08.2006 - 08.2016
- Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
- Followed established lesson plans to continue learning trajectory.
- Served as a mentor for new substitute teachers when necessary.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
Master Teacher
Open Bible Learning Center
08.1999 - 06.2001
- Taught first and third grades basic students
- Taught second and fourth grades via video
Substitute Teacher/ Title 1 Teacher
Freeport School District 145
- Tutored first graders basic arithmetic and reading skills
Education
Diploma - Medical Coding
Allied Prep Technical Institute
01.2016
Master of Education -
American Intercontinental University
01.2008
Bachelor's - Science
Southern University of New Orleans
01.1997
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Literacy development
- Group learning mechanics
- Assessment strategies
- SMART board aptitude
- Collaborative learning
Timeline
Teacher/Interventionist
Firstline Charter Schools-Phillis Wheatley Community School
07.2023 - Current
Teacher
Athlos Academy of Jefferson Parish
09.2020 - 05.2023
Learning Resources Coordinator
Blue Cliff College
08.2017 - 02.2020
Substitute Teacher
Recovery School District/Kelly Educational Services
08.2006 - 08.2016
Master Teacher
Open Bible Learning Center
08.1999 - 06.2001
Substitute Teacher/ Title 1 Teacher
Freeport School District 145
Diploma - Medical Coding
Allied Prep Technical Institute
Master of Education -
American Intercontinental University
Bachelor's - Science
Southern University of New Orleans
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