April Stone
Orrum
Summary
*Results-oriented professional with a focus on student assessment and behavior management. Known for creating a supportive learning environment that promotes critical thinking and active participation.
*Dynamic educator with expertise in classroom management and student engagement. Proven ability to implement curriculum effectively and foster critical thinking through collaborative projects.
*Creative Teacher offering 24 years of experience developing and implementing Reading course curriculum. Proficient in evaluation, monitoring student performance and organizing examinations. Hardworking and energetic individual with excellent communication and supervisory skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Public Schools of Robeson County
Lumberton
12.2003 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligning with state standards and student needs.
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies to enhance student understanding and participation.
- Assessed student performance through evaluations, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects fostering critical thinking skills.
- Led initiatives to incorporate technology into the classroom, improving student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Coordinated parent-teacher conferences, strengthening communication between home and school environments.
- 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.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
Education
Master of Arts - Reading Education
University of North Carolina At Pembroke
Pembroke, NC12-2006
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Wilmington, NC12-2003
Associate of Arts - Transfer Credits
Southeastern Community College
Whiteville, NC05-2001
High School Diploma -
Waccamaw Academy
Whiteville, NC05-2000
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Growth mindset
- Curriculum implementation
- Student assessment
- Small group instruction
Certification
*National Board Certified in Literacy ages 3-12 (2009) and recertified (2019)
Timeline
Teacher
Public Schools of Robeson County
12.2003 - Current
Master of Arts - Reading Education
University of North Carolina At Pembroke
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Associate of Arts - Transfer Credits
Southeastern Community College
High School Diploma -
Waccamaw Academy