Walisha Baines
Ridgeland Secondary Academy Of Excellence
12
years of professional experience
I am dedicated to uplifting the minds of the young generation; thus making an indelible mark on the lives of young individuals, so as to mold them into respectable citizens, who will be capable of being effective and efficient leaders of the future. I am also friendly and personable with skills to stay organized and on top of important deadlines, while possessing a strong philosophy of teaching and knowledge of various methods, to excite students about literature, language and communications.
Work History
Professor of English
3 Years 2 Months- Maintained high standards of academic integrity within the classroom through clear communication of expectations and strict adherence to plagiarism policies.
Jasper County Summer School Director
3 Years 4 Months- Boosted enrollment rates by developing strategic marketing initiatives for the summer school program.
- Supervised a team of dedicated teachers and support staff to deliver high-quality education.
- Ensured a safe learning environment by establishing clear safety protocols and procedures for students and staff.
Position – Teacher of English as a Language Arts (ELA)
10 Years 2 Months- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives through enhanced classroom engagement using interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Adjunct Professor – Teacher Cadet Program
9 MonthsPosition – Language and Literature Teacher
3 Years 10 Months- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans for a holistic learning experience.
Education
Ph.D. - Curriculum And Instruction
Master of Arts - English
Bachelors in Education Language and Literature
Skills
Online Teaching
Language instruction
Lesson Planning
Educational technology
Assignment preparation
Curriculum Development
Critical Thinking
Classroom Management
Decision-Making
Multimedia integration
Coaching and Mentoring
Interpersonal Communication
Accomplishments
- South Carolina Mentor Teacher
- Teacher Cadet Trained
- ESOL Endorsement
- Kagan Trained
- Avid Trained
- Over 60% Passing Rate EOCEP [C or Above]
References
- Blake Raley, Former Vice-Principal, 843-310-1889, 912-713-0261, blake.raley@jcsd.net
- Dr. Marlyn Westbrook, Jasper Coordinator of Accountability, 843-489-8844, 843-441-4576, 912-272-0529, marlyn.westbrook@jcsd.net
- Ms. Adrienne Maybank, Principal, 803-707-5849, adrienne.maybank@jcsd.net
Timeline
Professor of English
Savannah State University
08.2023 - CurrentRead More
Jasper County Summer School Director
Jasper County School District
06.2023 - CurrentRead More
Adjunct Professor – Teacher Cadet Program
University of South Carolina – Beaufort
08.2022 - 05.2023Read More
Position – Teacher of English as a Language Arts (ELA)
Ridgeland Secondary Academy Of Excellence
08.2016 - CurrentRead More
Position – Language and Literature Teacher
Bridgeport High School
09.2012 - 07.2016Read More
Liberty University
Ph.D. from Curriculum And Instruction
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Arizona State University
Master of Arts from English
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The Mico University College
Bachelors in Education Language and Literature
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