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Vicki Gamble

Jacksonville

Summary

Highly Effective English Teacher, enhancing students' critical thinking and writing skills. Excelled in classroom management and parent-teacher communication, fostering academic success and emotional well-being. Collaborated effectively with colleagues to meet diverse learner needs, demonstrating significant achievements in student growth.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

English Teacher

Duval County Schools
10.2018 - Current
  • Developed critical thinking skills in students through the use of Socratic questioning and analytical writing assignments.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
  • Stayed current on educational research and best practices by attending professional development workshops and conferences regularly.
  • Provided leadership in a warm atmosphere, allowing for creative thought and allowing students grow their interpersonal, emotional and social skills.
  • Collaborate with colleagues and assistant principal weekly to review student data, develop lesson plans and implement strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners.

Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher

St John's County Schools
05.2012 - 06.2018
  • Developed critical thinking skills in over 100 8th grade students through the use of Socratic questioning and analytical writing assignments.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.

High School English Teacher

Dorchester County Schools
05.2008 - 06.2012
  • Promoted critical thinking skills by challenging students to analyze literary texts and express their interpretations in written assignments.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing consistent expectations and consequences for all students.
  • Boosted students'' reading and writing skills through targeted lessons, group activities, and individualized support.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, collaborating on strategies to enhance student success at home and in the classroom.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units that connected English content with other subject areas.

Education

Certification - Teaching

Region 4 Teacher Certification Program
Houston, TX
05.2006

Bachelor of Science - Communication Science

Loyola University New Orleans
New Orleans, LA
05.1995

Skills

  • Team Collaboration
  • Classroom Management
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Writing instruction

Additional Information

Received Highly Effective status each year for showing gains in student growth on the state exams.

Timeline

English Teacher

Duval County Schools
10.2018 - Current

Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher

St John's County Schools
05.2012 - 06.2018

High School English Teacher

Dorchester County Schools
05.2008 - 06.2012

Certification - Teaching

Region 4 Teacher Certification Program

Bachelor of Science - Communication Science

Loyola University New Orleans

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