Lynne Hodgin
Greensboro
Summary
Servant-hearted leader with a desire to see families thrive through a Biblical based classical education for their children. Highly values working in collaboration with families to see students grow in their knowledge and love of Christ, their families, community, and learning. Eager to continue to grow and learn alongside a school community that values relationships and the growth of the person.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lower Grammar Department Head
The Covenant School
08.2024 - Current
- Worked collaboratively with the principal and administration to acquire necessary resources to facilitated effective learning in the department.
- Set up a grammar resource center to facilitate access to and good stewardship of available resources
- Assisted in planning special programs
- Collaborated with the principal to plan and lead professional development opportunities in the areas of planning, assessment, teaching methodology, and effective partnership with parents
- Assisted in planning and implementing a curriculum change in math.
- Worked collaboratively with grammar school teachers and school leadership to identify key learning standards in English. Complied these standards into a overview document.
- Engaged teachers in becoming lifelong learners by providing opportunities for them to share expertise
- Assisted teachers in creating growth goals
- Currently developing and implementing a rhetoric course of study for a teacher training course.
- In collaboration with the administration planned and led academic field trips.
- Assisted with planning and leading staff and parent training
- Worked with the Academic Team to discuss curriculum, teaching, and learning needs of the department
- Reviewed weekly assignment sheets and provided feedback to teachers as necessary
- Collaborated with the principal and kindergarten teachers to implement the use of standards-based assessment and reporting in Kindergarten
- Set up pacing guides for history and science to allow for shared learning across grade levels on home days
- Worked with the Academic Team to create the class schedule and give input regarding staff and student placement
- Sought regular feedback from parents on the effectiveness of communication from the school, support needed, and workload
- Worked to promote collaboration among staff through facilitating peer observations and providing opportunities for staff members to share learning during staff meetings
- Regularly observed teachers in their classrooms and provided feedback focused on encouragement and growth
- Collaborated with the math department head to facilitate observations for teachers of implementation of the new math curriculum in my classroom
- Regularly sought feedback from staff members in the department on teacher, student, and family needs
- Worked to identify and recruit substitute teachers
- Mentored and trained a new 2nd grade teacher and assistant
Director of Student Support Services
The Covenant School
08.2024 - Current
- Maintained academic profiles for K-5 students who require them
- Communicated with K-5 teachers on accommodations and the resources needed to provide those accommodations
- Met and communicated regularly with families of students who needed accommodations
- Observed students in classrooms to identify the need for or effectiveness of accommodations
- Worked with individual students to assess their needs and provide feedback to parents
- Facilitated parent referrals of students for educational evaluation through the public school system
Testing Coordinator
The Covenant School
01.2024 - Current
- Ordered, prepared, and distributed testing materials.
- Prepared and submitted testing materials for scoring.
- In collaboration with the principal coordinated testing schedules and logistics.
- Trained staff in grades 2-8 on assessment tools and procedures.
- Identified and implemented testing accommodations for students with diverse learning needs.
2nd Grade Teacher
The Covenant School
08.2017 - Current
- Developed scope and sequence and lesson plans for the 2nd grade curriculum.
- Participated in professional development in the areas of classical education, reading, math, and teaching methodologies.
- Implemented a variety of instructional strategies to accommodate diverse learning needs.
- Fostered positive classroom environment promoting respect, collaboration, and active participation.
- Assessed student progress through formal and informal evaluations to guide instruction.
- Partnered regularly through the weekly assignment sheet and conversation with parents to provide support for home day instruction.
3rd Grade Teacher
Stokesdale Elementary School
08.2007 - 02.2018
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to enhance student learning and participation.
- Utilized diverse teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
- Assessed student progress regularly, providing targeted feedback to promote academic growth.
- Communicated regularly with parents about student successes and needs.
Office Assistant
Barbera Lipe
10.2006 - 07.2007
- Organized and maintained filing and sample systems, ensuring easy access to documents and client samples.
- Completed inventory of incoming stock.
Middle Grades Teacher
Lindsay Road National School
10.2004 - 08.2006
- Developed lesson plans for and taught mixed grade classes.
- Worked to provide education taught from a Biblical worldview in line with the school's Presbyterian ???
- Participated in a pilot program to provide performance feedback to student teachers in collaboration with their university.
- Served as deputy principal for the 2005-2006 school year providing support and collaboration for the principal.
Junior Infants Teacher
Glenageary Killiney National School
09.2002 - 06.2004
- Developed lesson plans for and taught a class of four year old students.
- Implemented active and engaging activities to facilitate learning in a developmentally appropriate way.
- Used positive reinforcement and clear expectations to manage student behavior and participation.
- Regularly communicated with parents about student progress.
- Worked to create a classroom environment that reflected the Christian worldview of the school.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mount Temple Comprehensive School
Dublin, IrelandBachelor in Education - Elementary Education
University of Dublin
Dublin, Ireland04-2004
Skills
- Curriculum Planning
- Student Support Services
- Partnering with Parents
- Collaborating with Staff
- CPR & First Aid Certified
Certification
- Licensed NC K-5 Teacher
Timeline
Lower Grammar Department Head
The Covenant School
08.2024 - Current
Director of Student Support Services
The Covenant School
08.2024 - Current
Testing Coordinator
The Covenant School
01.2024 - Current
2nd Grade Teacher
The Covenant School
08.2017 - Current
3rd Grade Teacher
Stokesdale Elementary School
08.2007 - 02.2018
Office Assistant
Barbera Lipe
10.2006 - 07.2007
Middle Grades Teacher
Lindsay Road National School
10.2004 - 08.2006
Junior Infants Teacher
Glenageary Killiney National School
09.2002 - 06.2004
High School Diploma -
Mount Temple Comprehensive School
Bachelor in Education - Elementary Education
University of Dublin