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Selina Clarke

Fayetteville

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

First Grade TeacherFourth Grade TeacherGrade 4 TeacherGrade 1 TeacherGrade 3 Teacher

Location Preference

On-SiteRemote
Location: Fayetteville, NC
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$45000/yr - $200000/yr

Important To Me

Career advancementPersonal development programs

Summary

Dedicated elementary educator with over 10 years of diverse teaching experience in U.S. and international settings. Proven expertise in literacy instruction, effective classroom management, and fostering significant student growth. Committed to creating engaging learning environments that inspire curiosity and academic achievement. Actively pursuing long-term opportunities with schools offering H1B sponsorship to continue making a positive impact in education.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

First Grade Teacher

J.W. Coon Elementary School
01.2025 - Current
  • Deliver standards-aligned instruction in literacy, math, science, and social studies to a diverse student population.
  • Implement LETRS-based structured literacy strategies to strengthen phonics, decoding, and reading comprehension.
  • Analyze assessment data to target small-group instruction and close learning gaps.
  • Maintain strong family communication and positive classroom culture supporting student growth.

Fourth Grade Teacher

J.W. Coon Elementary School
01.2022 - 01.2025
  • Improved student reading growth as measured by EVAAS and district benchmark assessments.
  • Designed differentiated lesson plans meeting the needs of struggling, on-grade, and advanced learners.
  • Utilized formative assessments to monitor progress and adjust instruction for measurable gains.
  • Collaborated with instructional coaches and support staff to implement intervention strategies.

Grade 4 Teacher

Diego Martin Boys’ R.C. School
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Led core instruction and assessment.

Grade 1 Teacher

Diego Martin Boys’ R.C. School
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Built foundational literacy and numeracy skills.

Grade 3 Teacher

Diego Martin Boys’ R.C. School
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Strengthened reading and math outcomes.

Grade 5 Teacher

Diego Martin Boys’ R.C. School
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Prepared students for upper primary transition.

Assistant Teacher

Diego Martin Boys’ R.C. School
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Supported kindergarten instruction and routines.

Education

B.Ed. -

University of Trinidad & Tobago
06-2016

Certificate of Proficiency -

SBCS
06-2009

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Structured Literacy (LETRS)
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Small Group Intervention
  • Student Assessment
  • Family Communication
  • Culturally Responsive Teaching
  • Spanish Language Support
  • Classroom management
  • Phonics instruction
  • Organizational skills
  • Team collaboration

Accomplishments

  • Earned Top 25% NC State District Level EVAAS Growth – Reading in (2022–2023)
  • Commended for exceptional teaching and support to students.

Certification

  • LETRS Units 1–8
  • ABE Certification – Business, Accounting & IT
  • Spanish Certification – Fayetteville Technical Community College:

Beginning, Intermediate, Advanced

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

First Grade Teacher

J.W. Coon Elementary School
01.2025 - Current

Fourth Grade Teacher

J.W. Coon Elementary School
01.2022 - 01.2025

Grade 4 Teacher

Diego Martin Boys’ R.C. School
01.2021 - 01.2022

Grade 1 Teacher

Diego Martin Boys’ R.C. School
01.2019 - 01.2021

Grade 3 Teacher

Diego Martin Boys’ R.C. School
01.2017 - 01.2019

Grade 5 Teacher

Diego Martin Boys’ R.C. School
01.2016 - 01.2017

Assistant Teacher

Diego Martin Boys’ R.C. School
01.2010 - 01.2011

B.Ed. -

University of Trinidad & Tobago

Certificate of Proficiency -

SBCS
Selina Clarke