Jamie Carson
Conway
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Scholars Academy High School, adept in online teaching and fostering educational leadership. Excelled in elevating student literacy through innovative reading and writing workshops, significantly enhancing comprehension and critical thinking skills. Expert in digital literacy and project-based learning, committed to creating inclusive and collaborative classroom environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Secondary English Teacher
Scholars Academy High School
08.2020 - Current
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
English Teacher
Socastee Middle School
08.2016 - 06.2020
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
English Teacher
Forestbrook Middle School
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
Secondary English Teacher
North Myrtle Beach High School
08.2011 - 06.2015
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
Secondary English Teacher
Uniontown Area High School
08.2004 - 06.2011
- Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues.
- Assessed and evaluated student performance through use of standardized testing.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Secondary English Education
California University of Pennsylvania
California, PA12-2003
Skills
- Online teaching
- Educational leadership
- Reading comprehension
- Test preparation
- Digital literacy skills
- Literary analysis
- Teaching strategies
- Writing instruction
- Project-based learning
Certification
- State Teaching Certification or License - Pennsylvania Department of Education.
- State Teaching Certification or License - South Carolina Department of Education.
- Gifted and Talented Education Certification (GATE) South Carolina Department of Education.
- Advanced Placement (AP) Teacher Certification - College Board.
Timeline
Secondary English Teacher
Scholars Academy High School
08.2020 - Current
English Teacher
Socastee Middle School
08.2016 - 06.2020
English Teacher
Forestbrook Middle School
08.2015 - 06.2016
Secondary English Teacher
North Myrtle Beach High School
08.2011 - 06.2015
Secondary English Teacher
Uniontown Area High School
08.2004 - 06.2011
- State Teaching Certification or License - Pennsylvania Department of Education.
- State Teaching Certification or License - South Carolina Department of Education.
- Gifted and Talented Education Certification (GATE) South Carolina Department of Education.
- Advanced Placement (AP) Teacher Certification - College Board.
Bachelor of Science - Secondary English Education
California University of Pennsylvania
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