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Overview
Work History
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Reading, Going to Church and Spending time with famlily.
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Paris Copeland-Perry

Nashville

Summary

Energetic Teacher who is driven to continue to learn and grow professionally. Understands and implements new technologies and teaching strategies. Excellent at working with different learning styles. Skillful is directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

2nd Grade Teacher

Franklin County Schools
08.2022 - Current
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and incorporating real-world examples.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through consistent communication, leading to increased parental involvement in their child''s education.
  • Implemented a positive reward system to motivate students and reinforce good behavior, resulting in a more productive classroom environment.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
  • Assessed student progress regularly through formative assessments, providing timely feedback for improved academic performance.
  • Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
  • Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
  • Organized various extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips, extending learning opportunities beyond the standard curriculum.
  • Led professional development workshops for fellow educators on effective instructional strategies and best practices in teaching second-grade students.
  • Incorporated hands-on activities and interactive games into lessons, stimulating student interest and engagement in course materials.

First Grade Teacher

Nash County Public Schools
08.2018 - 06.2022
  • Improved student reading comprehension by incorporating engaging phonics activities and guided reading sessions.
  • Increased parent involvement in their child''s education by conducting regular parent-teacher conferences and providing resources for at-home learning support.
  • Developed students'' critical thinking skills through inquiry-based learning activities and group projects.
  • Enhanced classroom management techniques, resulting in a more focused and productive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that connected subjects such as math, science, and social studies.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
  • Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.

Pre-K Teacher

Need, Inc
08.2014 - 07.2018
  • Boosted student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
  • Enhanced classroom environment by creating visually appealing bulletin boards and displays, promoting a positive learning atmosphere.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, fostering a holistic approach to education.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized support and success for all students.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, enhancing family involvement in the educational process.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management systems to maintain a structured and productive learning environment.
  • Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
  • Improved student literacy skills by incorporating daily read-alouds, guided reading groups, and independent reading time.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Educational Studies

North Carolina Wesleyan College
Rocky Mount, NC
08.2015

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Nash Community College
Rocky Mount, NC
05.2013

Skills

  • Lesson Plan Development
  • Proficient in [Software]
  • Standardized tests
  • Materials sourcing
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Technology Integration
  • Safety awareness

Accomplishments

  • Reached out to community to gather donations of materials and supplies for needy students (school supplies, book bags, wipes, and/or food donations).
  • Used Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Spreadsheet and Microsoft Word to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Achieved average and above average scores by taking the instructions and activities by completing lessons from Mclass with accuracy and efficiency.

Reading, Going to Church and Spending time with famlily.

I enjoy learning about education and/or good literature in general. I am a wife and a mother of three. I enjoy attending church, singing in the choir and most of all spending time with my family.

Timeline

2nd Grade Teacher

Franklin County Schools
08.2022 - Current

First Grade Teacher

Nash County Public Schools
08.2018 - 06.2022

Pre-K Teacher

Need, Inc
08.2014 - 07.2018

Bachelor of Science - Educational Studies

North Carolina Wesleyan College

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Nash Community College
Paris Copeland-Perry