Valerie Tomes
Simpsonville,South Carolina
Summary
To build a long-term career as a middle school teacher with opportunities for career growth and to keep up with the cutting edge of the teaching technologies. Dedicated Teacher offering 18+ years of experience in education. Resourceful and passionate educator with adaptable and approachable style. Expertise includes test preparation and ongoing evaluations. Committed to creating comfortable learning environments for students.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
4K Classroom Teacher
Blythe Academy of Languages
08.2022 - Current
- Educates regular education students, as well as, students with unidentified learning and behavioral issues
- Establishes developmentally appropriate, positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment
- Communicates in ways students will understand
- Creates lessons that engage students through music and play to inspire learning
- Provides instruction in early reading, early math, and social-emotional skills.
Fourth/Fifth Grade Classroom Teacher
Blythe Academy of Languages
08.2013 - 06.2022
- Educated regular education students, as well as, students with IEPs and 504s
- Responsible for the inclusion classroom and co-taught with resource teacher in areas of Reading and Math to serve students' needs according to their IEP
- Developed student projects, activities, and lessons to prepare and engage students in the 21st Century learning
- Served as Fifth Grade Level Chairperson and Faculty Council for two years to help make decisions for the betterment of the environment of the school and the education of the students
- Served as a Mentor for beginning teachers and veteran teachers new to the school staff
- Served on Digital Leader Corps Team for the school
- Implemented flexible seating
- Utilized classroom technology through Google Classroom for alternative lesson delivery strategies.
Greenville County Schools Substitute Teacher
10.2012 - 06.2013
- Educated fourth grade classroom as a long-term substitute teacher at Blythe Academy of Languages
- Educated fourth and fifth grade French Immersion classrooms as a long-term substitute teacher at Blythe Academy of Languages
- Performed all duties, responsibilities, and routines established by the classroom teacher
- Communicated, collaborated, and cooperated with colleagues, supervisors, parents, and students
- Maintained appropriate records and necessary clerical work required to maintain student records for the absent teacher
- Provided individualized and small group assistance for students as indicated by IEP and 504 Plans.
Fourth and Fifth Grade Classroom Teacher
Sara Collins Elementary
08.2006 - 12.2010
- Educated fifth grade classroom for three years and fourth grade classroom for one and one-half year
- Served as Grade Level Chairperson
- Served on Faculty Council to help make decisions for the betterment of the environment of the school and the education of the students
- Served on a variety of school committees and task forces that focused on curriculum development, textbook review, and school improvement
- Served as a Mentor for beginning teachers
- Participated in International Baccalaureate World School Primary Years Program (IBPYP) training in New York City, New York with educators and school leaders from USA and other countries around the world
- Integrated project-based learning and inquiry-based learning according to the transdisciplinary units of study.
K4 Teacher
First Baptist Simpsonville Child Development Center
08.2005 - 05.2006
- Attended trainings and professional development
- Educated a group of 16 four year olds
- Developed curriculum appropriate for the level of each student
- Utilized technology in the classroom to enhance student learning and growth.
Business Owner-Salt and Light Candle and Bath Boutique
09.2004 - 10.2005
- Managed sales floor, finances, and product restock
- Developed and designed products, product labels, and sales floor
- Constructed and managed personal business website.
Kindergarten through Fourth Title I (RTI) Teacher
Selmaville Elementary School
08.1999 - 06.2001
- Educated kindergarten through fourth grade students in small groups in the areas of reading and math
- Developed differentiated instruction for students based on their comprehension level and according to their area of needs
- Provided individual and small group instruction in the areas of reading and math
- Tutored individual students after school in reading, writing, and math
- Utilized technology and hands-on lessons in the classroom.
Kindergarten Music Teacher, Fourth Grade Math Teacher, Middle School Crisis Teacher
Salem Elementary School
08.1998 - 06.1999
- Educated 120 kindergarten students in the area of music at Hawthorne Elementary School
- Educated fourth grade students in the area of math at Franklin Park School
- Supervised and educated sixth, seventh, and eighth grade students in the Crisis Room at Franklin Park Middle School
- Developed differentiated instruction for students based on their comprehension level and according to their area of needs
- Provided individual instruction and alternative instructional materials by utilizing technology to students serving suspensions from their regular classes.
Bank Teller and Customer Service Representative
Bank of America
08.1997 - 07.1998
- Processed customers' transactions
- Introduced and educated customers to new products and services
- Maintained and balanced cash drawer
- Investigated and resolved a variety of issues and requests
- Delivered a high level of service to customers, such as matching appropriate products to their needs, performing account maintenance inquiries, and creating relationships between the bank and the customers.
Substitute Teacher
Marion County Schools
11.1997 - 06.1998
- Performed all duties, responsibilities, and routines established by the classroom teacher
- Educated kindergarten through twelfth grade students in a variety of areas
- Communicated, collaborated, and cooperated with colleagues, supervisors, parents, and students
- Maintained appropriate records and necessary clerical work required to maintain student records for the absent teacher
- Served as a Personal Aide for two Special Education students
- Served as a Long-Term Substitute in Learning Disabilities (LD) and Behavior Disorder (BD) and First Grade classrooms.
Third Grade Teacher
Washington Elementary School
08.1992 - 09.1996
- Educated third grade students at Washington Elementary School
- Developed differentiated instruction for students based on their comprehension level and according to their area of needs
- Prepared, administered, and graded school district test
- Communicated, collaborated, and cooperated with colleagues, supervisors, parents, and students
- Developed differentiated instruction for students based on their comprehension level and according to their area of needs.
Education
Bachelors of Science in Education, Bachelors -
Greenville College
Greenville, Illinois05.1992
Skills
- Leadership
- Classroom Management
- Inclusion Math, Science, Reading
- Adaptability
- Team Building
- Critical Thinking
- Interpersonal Skills
- Organization
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Growth Mindset
- Collaborative learning
- Mentoring students
Additional Information
Dedicated, resourceful, and goal-driven professional educator with a commitment to the social and academic growth and development of every student., Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to foster relationships with students, staff, and parents., Flexibility to ensure that student's learning styles and abilities are addressed., Enthusiastic teacher effective at providing quality instruction and fostering a positive learning environment for all students., Incorporates inquiry based lessons to capture student involvement and ownership for their learning.
Timeline
4K Classroom Teacher
Blythe Academy of Languages
08.2022 - Current
Fourth/Fifth Grade Classroom Teacher
Blythe Academy of Languages
08.2013 - 06.2022
Greenville County Schools Substitute Teacher
10.2012 - 06.2013
Fourth and Fifth Grade Classroom Teacher
Sara Collins Elementary
08.2006 - 12.2010
K4 Teacher
First Baptist Simpsonville Child Development Center
08.2005 - 05.2006
Business Owner-Salt and Light Candle and Bath Boutique
09.2004 - 10.2005
Kindergarten through Fourth Title I (RTI) Teacher
Selmaville Elementary School
08.1999 - 06.2001
Kindergarten Music Teacher, Fourth Grade Math Teacher, Middle School Crisis Teacher
Salem Elementary School
08.1998 - 06.1999
Substitute Teacher
Marion County Schools
11.1997 - 06.1998
Bank Teller and Customer Service Representative
Bank of America
08.1997 - 07.1998
Third Grade Teacher
Washington Elementary School
08.1992 - 09.1996
Bachelors of Science in Education, Bachelors -
Greenville College
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