Enthusiastic Social Studies teacher dedicated to inspiring students to understand and appreciate rights, privileges and civic duties. Cultivates understanding of geographical, historical, cultural and political factors that influence world regions. Motivates students to develop sound opinions based on research of facts regarding national and global politics and economics.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Wake County Public Schools
08.2019 - 06.2021
Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
Used computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment to supplement presentations.
Completed documentation of attendance, grades and other required details.
Established and communicated clear objectives for all educational activities.
Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
Implemented prepared lesson plans in established classrooms.
Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Wake County Public Schools
08.2007 - 05.2019
Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Worked with principal's office on disciplinary and safety issues.
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