Yolander McNeil
My primary objective is to provide a safe and nurturing learning environment that encourages student growth and development. I aim to facilitate engaging and challenging instruction that fosters a love for learning, critical thinking, digital learning, and problem solving skills.
Professional educator with robust background in language arts instruction. Adept at curriculum development, classroom management, and fostering student engagement. Strong focus on collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in lesson planning, assessment, and differentiated instruction. Reliable and resourceful, consistently supporting team goals and student success.
Work History
Sixth Grade REP Language Arts Teacher
1 Year 9 MonthsA remedial English teacher utilizing instructional technology and other strategies to enhance learning through small group settings. Creating Lesson plans (according to State Standards) to accommodate and reach the students at their level of performance. Weekly tutorial instruction supports students in speaking, writing, listening, and reading. Consistently teaching explicit, structured, and supportive instruction to digital learners.
- FBLA
- Kultivated Krowns Girls Club
ESOL/ Gifted Teacher (K-5)
7 Years 1 Month- Utilize a variety of instructional strategies and methods to increase student learning. Consistently review students’ level of performance to aid in instructional planning. Arrange time to communicate about student success to students and families.
- Science Club Sponsor for Science Olympiad for 2018-2024
- Science Liaison for Fernbank Science Center
- Club Sponsor for Poetry Club for 2018-2023
- School Master Gardener 2024
- Nominated Teacher of the Year (2022-2024)
Seventh/Eighth Grade Teacher
1 Year 11 Months- Social Studies 7th Grade Teacher integrating current events and respectful debates by continuing with engaging classroom discussions. Creating lesson plans aligned with curriculum objectives that teach elements of history, geography, politics, economics, religion, and culture. English 8th Grade Teacher develop lesson plans based on the state standards and curriculum. Adapting plans to meet the needs of diverse ability levels of students.
Third/KG-1 English Medium Teacher
2 Years 4 Months- English and Science Teacher instructing third grade males who speak Arabic to learn to speak basic English and build writing skills. KG-1 Teacher working with students to introduce the English language through phonemic awareness, phonics, reading, and writing.
Kindergarten /Fourth Grade/First Grade
7 Years 5 Months- Instruct kindergarten/ fourth grade, and first grade curriculum, designing and developing programs to meet the academic, intellectual, and social needs of students. Instructs ELA, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Technology, Current Events, and Character Education. Assess student performance through checklists, anecdotal records, student teacher conferencing, and student portfolios. Leader teaching state standards and maintaining classroom management.
Third Grade
2 Years 11 Months- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student comprehension and retention.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting respect and collaboration among students.
- Assessed student progress through ongoing evaluations and adjusted teaching methods accordingly.
- Led classroom management initiatives to maintain discipline and focus on learning objectives.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects integrating multiple subjects.