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Veronica Young

Sparta,Tennessee

Summary

I am a patient math teacher with a resourceful and engaging teaching style demonstrated over 25 years of academic experience. I am a caring and hardworking professional with exceptional work ethic and commitment to cultivating productive learning environments to drive student progress and comprehension.

Also, I am an innovative math teacher bringing 25-year background instructing students. I have expertise in classroom oversight, course planning and behavior management. I am successful at collaborating with teachers, administrative leaders and support specialists to meet individual student needs.

I am committed to encouraging higher-order thinking to increase student performance by applying different instructional techniques and activity plans to deliver important knowledge. I am polished in creating lessons plans, evaluating assignments and teaching complicated concepts clearly. I am a motivational and encouraging professional certified in grades 1-8.

Last, I am an accomplished 5th grade teacher successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. I have a proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. I am dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

5th Grade Math Teacher

Van Buren County Board Of Education
08.1999 - Current
  • Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and incorporating real-world examples.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement by creating interactive lessons and employing various multimedia resources.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering a comprehensive learning environment.
  • Provided personalized support for students through one-on-one tutoring sessions and tailored lesson plans.
  • Designed assessment tools to accurately evaluate student progress, adjusting instruction as needed for improvement.
  • Fostered positive relationships with parents through regular communication, enhancing student motivation and success.
  • Implemented effective classroom management strategies, maintaining a respectful and orderly learning atmosphere.
  • Encouraged a growth mindset among students by celebrating effort as well as achievement in the classroom setting.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of weakness and adjust teaching strategies accordingly, resulting in improved student performance overall.
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
  • Mentored students on individual basis to help develop math skills.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
  • Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
  • Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
  • Implemented peer tutoring system to enhance comprehensive understanding of math techniques and increase student test scores.
  • Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.

Education

Education Specialist - Instructional Leadership

Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN
12.2008

Masters - Teaching

Tennessee Tech University
Cookeville, TN
05.2006

Bachelor of Science - Teaching 1-8

Tennessee Tech University
Cookeville, TN
05.1999

Skills

  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Project-based learning
  • Positive Reinforcement Methods
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Data-driven decision-making
  • Individualized Learning Plans
  • Growth Mindset Encouragement
  • Student Assessment Techniques
  • Strong Classroom Management
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Individualized Instruction
  • Parental Communication
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Summer School Instruction
  • Lesson Planning
  • Classroom Management
  • Safe, Positive Learning Environment
  • Time management abilities
  • Behavior Management
  • Patience and Persistence
  • Standardized tests
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Goal Setting
  • Organizational Skills

Timeline

5th Grade Math Teacher

Van Buren County Board Of Education
08.1999 - Current

Education Specialist - Instructional Leadership

Tennessee Technological University

Masters - Teaching

Tennessee Tech University

Bachelor of Science - Teaching 1-8

Tennessee Tech University
Veronica Young