Elizabeth Matherly
Reidsville
Summary
Experienced, enthusiastic, and passionate educator dedicated to fostering a positive and engaging learning environment for young students. Detail-oriented and highly organized, with a strong ability to develop creative, standards-aligned lessons that support diverse learning styles and promote student growth. Committed to building meaningful relationships with students and collaborating effectively with faculty to enhance instruction and improve outcomes. Driven to inspire curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning in every student.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Rockingham County Schools
Reidsville, NC
08.2024 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet diverse student needs.
- Utilized technology tools to enhance classroom learning experiences.
- Collaborated with colleagues to improve instructional strategies and practices.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively to create a positive learning environment.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Established strong relationships with students and parents to support academic success.
Teacher
Henry County Schools
Martinsville, Va
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Assessed student performance and provided timely feedback for improvement.
- Participated in professional development workshops to refine teaching skills.
- 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.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Teacher
Rockingham County Schools
Ruffin, NC
01.2017 - 06.2022
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as STEM club to enrich students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
Education
Master of Arts - Language And Literacy
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Wilmington, NC05-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Univeristy of North Carolina Wilmington
Wilmington, NC12-2016
Skills
- Classroom Management: Maintained a structured, positive learning environment that maximized student engagement and minimized disruptions
- Relationship Building: Built strong, trusting relationships with students, families, and colleagues to ensure we all worked together for student success
- Critical Thinking: Applied critical thinking skills to solve problems and adapt instruction to meet diverse student needs
- Lesson Planning: Designed and implemented engaging, standards-aligned lesson plans to support student learning goals- making sure to touch on different learning styles
- Differentiated Instruction: Tailored instruction to accommodate various learning styles and abilities, ensuring all students had the best opportunity to succeed
- Faculty Collaboration: Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, plan instruction, and improve student outcomes Was used to observe and mentor new teachers
- Growth Mindset: Fostered a growth mindset by encouraging perseverance, resilience, and a love of learning in students
Certification
AIG Certification
Health and PE certified with a score of 183 out of 200 on ETS Praxis
Timeline
Teacher
Rockingham County Schools
08.2024 - Current
Teacher
Henry County Schools
08.2022 - 06.2024
Teacher
Rockingham County Schools
01.2017 - 06.2022
Master of Arts - Language And Literacy
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Univeristy of North Carolina Wilmington
International Teaching Experiences
Taught at a school in San Pedro Belize- designed and implemented engaging lessons for various aged learning groups- June 2016
Worked with, and learned from, teachers at a school in a refugee camp in Uganda- June 2018 and June 2019