Leigh Oxendine
Lumberton
Summary
Results-driven educator with a strong foundation in classroom management, lesson planning, and student engagement. Committed to fostering positive learning environments and enhancing educational experiences through innovative teaching methods.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher - Summer Camp (Annually)
Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina- Project CREATE
Lumberton, NC
07.2019 - Current
- Developed and implemented curriculum aligned with educational standards.
- Collaborated with community stakeholders to promote educational initiatives.
- Led classroom management strategies to foster positive learning environments.
- Advocated for culturally responsive teaching methods within the program.
- Organized field trips that enriched classroom learning experiences by connecting students with real-world applications of course concepts.
Teacher (Middle School)
Public Schools Of Robeson County
Maxton, NC
10.2012 - Current
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Utilized assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student engagement and participation.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary projects enhancing curriculum delivery.
- Provided mentorship to new teachers, sharing best practices in classroom management and pedagogy.
- Integrated technology into lessons to enhance interactive learning experiences for students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
Education
Master of Arts - Middle School Teaching
University of North Carolina At Pembroke
Pembroke, NC05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of North Carolina At Pembroke
Pembroke, NC12-2008
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Student engagement
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
Certification
- North Carolina Professional Educator's License
- Middle School Science (Grades 6-9)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Teacher - Summer Camp (Annually)
Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina- Project CREATE
07.2019 - Current
Teacher (Middle School)
Public Schools Of Robeson County
10.2012 - Current
Master of Arts - Middle School Teaching
University of North Carolina At Pembroke
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of North Carolina At Pembroke