-Renowned for passionate instruction and effective preparation in critical thinking and writing
-Effective in helping to elevate the school's ACT mean score through an innovative prep course.
-Demonstration of exceptional curriculum planning and effective leadership, fostering a culture of academic excellence.
-Proven leadership in international student travel, enhancing global awareness and education
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
High School English Teacher
UMS-Wright Preparatory School
08.2004 - Current
English Department Chairperson 2019-present
Started ACT Prep Course in 2004 and taught this course in the summer from 2004 until present, helping to improve the school ACT mean score approximately 4 composite points
School sponsor for National Honor Society
School sponsor National English Honor Society
Lead trip to Paris/London with 24 students -2022
Chaperoned trip to Key West with 35 students 2023
Chaperoned trip to Germany with 30 students- 2024
Chaperoned trip to Italy with 36 students- 2025
Started UMS-Wright Book Club still operating today
Started and sponsored Dance team for four years 2010-2014
Co-sponsored literary magazine for five years 2008-2013
Current Classroom activities:
Prepare and implement lesson plans covering required course topics.
Plan dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
Prepare comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
Attend department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
Participate in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
Create and implement activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
Design and implement assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
Designed and facilitated group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills.
Work with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
Provide guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
Utilize data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
Build variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
Encourage students to take active role in learning and academic success.
Assess and evaluate student performance through use of standardized testing.
Monitor student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
Support students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
Develop and implement behavior management plans to address student issues.
Create and maintain safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
Develop and implement variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
Produce engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events such as dance team, literary magazine, book club, and FCA
Establish and maintain professional relationships with students, staff, and parents.
Assistant Principal
Stoneybrooke Christian Schools
09.1999 - 06.2003
Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
Led meetings to convey policy changes, gather information, and assess employee thoughts.
Instructed small groups of teachers and students.
Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.
Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
Assisted with compliance efforts for fire and other safety regulations.
Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
Supported special education department by developing programs and protocols for at-risk youth and students with special needs.
Collaborated with school board officials to assess areas for improvement in curricula, classrooms, testing and student activities.
English Teacher
Stoneybrooke Christian Schools
09.1994 - 06.1999
Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
High School English Teacher
Fayette Co High School
08.1983 - 05.1987
Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Concordia University
Irvine, Ca
08.1998
Bachelor of Arts - English
Mercer University
Macon, GA
05.1983
Skills
Knowledge of literature
Writing Instruction
Effective Communicator
Organization
Teacher Mentorship
Curriculum Planning and Oversight
Staff recruitment and training
Group leadership
Individualized support
Teaching strategies
Timeline
High School English Teacher
UMS-Wright Preparatory School
08.2004 - Current
Assistant Principal
Stoneybrooke Christian Schools
09.1999 - 06.2003
English Teacher
Stoneybrooke Christian Schools
09.1994 - 06.1999
High School English Teacher
Fayette Co High School
08.1983 - 05.1987
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Concordia University
Bachelor of Arts - English
Mercer University
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