Valerie Staffey
Hephzibah,GA
Summary
Accomplished educator with a proven track record at Faith Christian Academy, excelling in classroom management and phonics instruction. Leveraged organizational skills and relationship building to enhance student learning and engagement. Demonstrated success in special needs support, ensuring all students achieve academic growth. Upbeat [Job Title] devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Faith Christian Academy
Waynesboro, GA
07.2015 - 05.2024
- 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.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
- Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and social-emotional development.
- Improved student reading comprehension by incorporating engaging phonics activities and guided reading sessions.
Second Grade Teacher
Columbia County Christian Academy
Martinez, GA
08.2011 - 05.2015
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and incorporating real-world examples.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
Special Education SID/PID Teacher
Columbia County Board Of Education
Blue Ridge Elementary, Martinez, GA
08.2005 - 04.2008
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Monitored student's individual health concerns and requirements to include seizures, feeding tubes, administering medications, and assistance with toileting and self-care.
- Lifted and positioned students into physical therapy equipment. Assisted with and implemented exercises that reinforced gross and fine motor skills that aligned with students physical goals and objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education, Interrelated ID
Georgia College And State University
Milledgeville, GA05.2005
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Phonics Instruction
- Organizational Skills
- Relationship Building
- Team Collaboration
- Special Needs Support
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Faith Christian Academy
07.2015 - 05.2024
Second Grade Teacher
Columbia County Christian Academy
08.2011 - 05.2015
Special Education SID/PID Teacher
Columbia County Board Of Education
08.2005 - 04.2008
Bachelor of Science - Special Education, Interrelated ID
Georgia College And State University