Imani A. Lyle
Rock Hill
Summary
Dedicated and dynamic STEM educator with over a decade of experience in middle and high school environments, seeking to join the Charlotte FC Academy as an Academic Support Educator. Passionate about mentoring young student-athletes, supporting academic achievement in Math and Science, and building strong, inclusive learning environments both virtually and in person.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Seasonal Summer Steam Camp Instructor
Rock Hill School District
06.2023 - Current
- Facilitated Robotic car camp in which students used their engineering skills of trial and error to design and create a robotic coded car using Scratch or block coding.
- Created a safe environment in which students felt comfortable making mistakes and working together with each other to succeed.
- Relationship Guru with students in a short period of time in which students often wanted to stay in my camp for multiple weeks.
- Preplanned an engineering environment in which students led their design process and teacher facilitated and encouraged campers success. Students levels of success varied based on their commitment and level of expertise.
- Maintained camper files, properly storing and maintaining personal information.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Monitored camper behavior during activities, effectively handling discipline situations and encouraging positive behavior.
- Recorded attendance and contacted parents regarding absent campers.
- Built positive and productive relationships with students and parents to further program objectives and overall success.
Online Student Success Coordinator / Math & Science Tutor
Not Yet Tutoring
08.2020 - Current
- Supported virtual learners in Math and Science, helping improve overall passing rates by 30%
- Created personalized learning plans and tracked student data to guide instructional decisions
- Provided targeted small-group and 1:1 instruction for grades 6-12
- Trained new tutors on best practices for student engagement and online learning
- Cultivated engaged student population with successful orientation programs.
- Coordinated and supervised academic advising activities.
- Monitored and assessed results of postsecondary programs and services to identify and capitalize on potential improvements.
Instructional Leader / Science & Math Educator
Sullivan Middle School
08.2022 - 05.2025
- Delivered rigorous instruction in Math and Science (including Gifted & Talented) with consistent student growth on state testing
- Mentored new and international teachers on student culture and effective classroom strategies
- Co-led weekly PLC meetings and contributed to IB curriculum development and teacher trainings
- Integrated technology and STEM-based projects into daily lessons for diverse learners
- Built strong relationships with students and families to support both academic and social-emotional growth
Math Teacher (Virtual & In-Person)
Great Falls Middle & High School
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Delivered high-impact virtual and hybrid math instruction during pandemic conditions
- Designed lessons integrating real-world applications and student collaboration for multiple grade levels and math subjects at one time including: Algebra 1, 7th, and 8th grade math.
- Tutored students during designated times to assist students with individualized academic Math Success.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Provided a safe and inclusive math environment in which students felt comfortable making miskes and understood he/she didn't get it yet.
Math Interventionist
Dennis Elementary School
12.2019 - 05.2020
- Provided small-group math interventions to Elementary aged students aligned to assessment data
- Collaborated with teachers and family coordinators to enhance student learning
- Developed transition plan to outline steps necessary to prepare student for move to Middle School Math
- Arranged for special accommodations during examinations to lengthen test times and read instructions aloud.
- Maintained accurate and complete student records to prepare reports on children and activities.
- Worked with specialized equipment and education software to promote lesson interaction.
- Co-taught with teachers to provide the best in class instruction to students needing math intervention.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Acted as a Math Coach as well provided PD on Math Interventions to improve student success
Science Teacher
Carver Middle School
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Served as 7th Grade Science Lead Teacher and Math Interventionist
- Created engaging STEM-based activities and served on committees (March of Dimes, Black History Month)
- Recognized for being Rock star teacher of the week my first week as a teacher at this school
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Provided individualized feedback to support student learning and development.
- Led the March of Dime Penny Wars school experience
Science Teacher
Banks Trail Middle School
08.2014 - 05.2018
- Taught GT and GL science classes, sponsored academic clubs (Newspaper, Girls Club)
- Obtained my GT certification to teach GT students in Math or Science
- Recognized as STEM and hands-on learning advocate; active in school culture initiatives
- Collaborated with other teachers to integrate science into other curricula
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
- Designed innovative science curricula to engage students and promote critical thinking.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support
- Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts
- Created common assessments with my team teachers to monitor student success
Education
Bachelor of Science - Middle Level Education - Math & Science
Winthrop University
Rock Hill, SC01.2013
Skills
- Gifted & Talented Endorsement
- Google Classroom
- Learning Management Systems (LMS)
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Differentiation
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- Classroom Management
- Culturally Responsive Instruction
- Mathematical proficiency K-12th
- Science Proficiency 6th-12th
- Online instruction
- STEM integration
Affiliations
- National Science Teachers Association (NSTA), Member, 2016-Present
- South Carolina Education Association (SCEA), Member, 2019-Present
Certifications And Skills
- Read to Succeed Certified
- Gifted & Talented Endorsement
- Google Classroom & Learning Management Systems (LMS)
- Data-Driven Instruction & Differentiation
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- Classroom Management & Behavioral Support
- Event & Program Planning
- Culturally Responsive Instruction
Certification
- Gifted and Talented Certified
- Mentor/ Peer-Evaluator Certified Teacher
- Read to Succeed Certified
- Certified Math and Science Teacher
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Seasonal Summer Steam Camp Instructor
Rock Hill School District
06.2023 - Current
Instructional Leader / Science & Math Educator
Sullivan Middle School
08.2022 - 05.2025
Online Student Success Coordinator / Math & Science Tutor
Not Yet Tutoring
08.2020 - Current
Math Teacher (Virtual & In-Person)
Great Falls Middle & High School
08.2020 - 06.2021
Math Interventionist
Dennis Elementary School
12.2019 - 05.2020
Science Teacher
Carver Middle School
08.2018 - 05.2019
Science Teacher
Banks Trail Middle School
08.2014 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Middle Level Education - Math & Science
Winthrop University
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