Experienced educator prepared for this role with strong focus on fostering collaborative and results-driven classroom environment. Proven ability to adapt to changing needs, ensuring reliable support for both students and colleagues. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and student engagement, with passion for inspiring young learners.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Third Grade Teacher
Onslow County Public Schools
Swansboro Elementary School
08.2021 - Current
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices, enhancing overall teaching effectiveness. (LETRS and iReady)
Assessed student understanding regularly using various formative and summative assessment techniques as well as project-based learning, and adjusting instruction accordingly for optimal results.
Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
Promoted a positive learning environment by implementing effective classroom management strategies and maintaining consistent expectations.
Supported struggling students with targeted interventions, improving overall classroom performance in standardized tests.
Independent Beauty Consultant
Mary Kay Cosmetics
02.2017 - Current
Use communication skills to teach potential clients about products through special events
Energetic and outgoing with an innate drive to motivate team members, as well as utilize creativity and leadership skills while participating in unit meetings and workshops
Third Grade Teacher
Brookfield Elementary School
Chantilly, VA
08.2007 - 06.2011
Managed and effectively taught third grade students, communicated with parents, assessed students, and implemented school wide programs
Built positive relationships with students which led to an inclusive learning environment were children felt safe to make mistakes and take risks
Implemented a variety of student engagement strategies such as turn and talk and cooperative group learning to foster collaboration, communication, and positive relationships among students
Collaborated with grade level team members around the four critical questions of a Professional Learning Community to plan differentiated instruction, create assessments, analyze data, and plan for intervention and enrichment
Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes
Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth fostering both social and academic development (Responsive Classroom model)
Embraced teaching children of diverse education, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
East Carolina University-North Carolina
05.2007
Skills
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Email, SMART board, Microsoft TEAMS, Classroom DOJO
Knowledgeable in creating IRP's and IMP's to fit the needs of individual students