Victoria Cottongin

I taught Elementary (K-4th) computer science for one year. Then I taught first grade all subjects for four years. For the past two years I’ve been teaching first and second grade ELA. With this experience I have done the following:

• Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
• Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
• 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.
• Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
• Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
• Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
• Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
• Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
• Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.