Trina Abell
Midlothian,VA
Summary
Dedicated, motivated, highly dynamic educator with 24 years of experience and a VA teaching license (PK-8). Provides engaging lessons that incorporate the 6C's of an infinite learner: creativity, communication, critical thinking, collaboration, connector, and citizen. Implements highly effective instructional practices in a positive learning environment to improve student learning and academic performance.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
1st Grade Teacher
Moseley Elementary School
06.2022 - Current
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and social-emotional development.
- Contributed to the development of the school improvement plan by analyzing data trends, setting goals, and implementing targeted interventions.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Worked collaboratively with special education teachers to ensure student success.
- Served on the PBIS committee.
- Served on the Equity committee.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, offering guidance on lesson planning, instructional strategies, and classroom management techniques.
STEAM Teacher
Chesterfield County Public Schools
08.2021 - 06.2022
Kindergarten Teacher
Chesterfield County Public Schools-Winterpock Elementary
08.2014 - 06.2021
3rd Grade Teacher-Winterpock Elementary School
Chesterfield County Public Schools
08.2011 - 06.2014
5th Grade Teacher-Winterpock Elementary School
Chesterfield County Public Schools
08.2007 - 06.2011
5th Grade Teacher-Spring Run Elementary School
Chesterfield County Public Schools
08.2001 - 06.2007
5th Grade Teacher-Bellwood Elementary School
Chesterfield County Public Schools
11.2000 - 06.2001
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Social Sciences
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA05.2000
Skills
- Strong collaborator
- Provides support to colleagues and new teachers
- Effective time management
- Highly organized
- Self-motivated
- Researches and implements latest instructional practices
- Student-Centered Learning
- Positive Learning Environment
Accomplishments
- Team leader (2008, 2012, 2015, 2017,2020, 2024)
- Mentor to new teachers and student teachers (2004-present)
- Canvas trained/implementation (2020)
- New Teacher Induction Program (NTIP) coordinator (2018-2022)
- Virginia Commonwealth University clinical faculty member (2014-2019)
- Blue Ribbon School-Winterpock Elementary (2014)
- Mentor to new teachers and student teachers (2004-present)
- PBL trained (2012)
- Added PK-3 endorsement to license (2011)
- Project CRISS trained (2009)
- School Nominee for Teacher of the Year
Timeline
1st Grade Teacher
Moseley Elementary School
06.2022 - Current
STEAM Teacher
Chesterfield County Public Schools
08.2021 - 06.2022
Kindergarten Teacher
Chesterfield County Public Schools-Winterpock Elementary
08.2014 - 06.2021
3rd Grade Teacher-Winterpock Elementary School
Chesterfield County Public Schools
08.2011 - 06.2014
5th Grade Teacher-Winterpock Elementary School
Chesterfield County Public Schools
08.2007 - 06.2011
5th Grade Teacher-Spring Run Elementary School
Chesterfield County Public Schools
08.2001 - 06.2007
5th Grade Teacher-Bellwood Elementary School
Chesterfield County Public Schools
11.2000 - 06.2001
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Social Sciences
James Madison University
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