Vanessa Gardner
Newport News,Virginia
Summary
An enthusiastic and effective middle math teacher with 13 years experience seeks to further her career at John Yates Middle School, Suffolk, Virginia.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Math Teacher
Hampton Roads Academy
06.2022 - Current
- Developed strong parent-teacher relationships through consistent communication, resulting in better support for student needs.
- Created a positive classroom environment that promoted respect, inclusivity, and personal responsibility among students.
- Boosted student confidence and problem-solving skills through engaging group work exercises.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives by participating in curriculum development committees and professional development workshops.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Incorporated differentiated instruction strategies into lesson planning to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Adjusted teaching strategies to meet diverse requirements of individualized support plans.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities in lessons.
- Organized after-school tutoring sessions for struggling students, offering additional support and resources to ensure success.
- Conducted regular parent conferences to provide updates on student progress and discuss strategies for continued academic growth at home.
- Mentored students on individual basis to help develop math skills.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavioral issues.
Middle School Math Teacher
Northside Middle School
08.2012 - Current
- Build and nurture positive relationships with students
- Provide a safe learning environment
- Write engaging lesson plans with student centered learning
- Implement differentiation using proven pedagogy methods
- Employ 'the second question strategy' for a meaningful understanding
- Analyze data to drive instruction for individual students
- Utilize technology to enhance daily lessons
- Communicate with parents regularly
- Maintain an accurate and current gradebook
- Provide all learning accommodations mandated by federal law
Education
Educate Virginia Career Switchers Program -
Virginia Community College System
05.2012
B.A. - International Relations
Randolph-Macon Woman's College
Lynchburg, Virginia05.2009
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Problem-solving skills
- Mathematical proficiency
- Growth mindset
- Hands-on demonstrations
- Licensed in Virginia
Teaching License
Virginia Board of Education, Middle Education 6-8: MATHEMATICS, 07/01/19, 07/01/29, 07/01/14, 07/01/19, 07/01/12, 07/01/14
Timeline
Middle School Math Teacher
Hampton Roads Academy
06.2022 - Current
Middle School Math Teacher
Northside Middle School
08.2012 - Current
B.A. - International Relations
Randolph-Macon Woman's College
Educate Virginia Career Switchers Program -
Virginia Community College System