Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Polk County Schools
08.2022 - Current
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectation
Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior
Teach both high school English 1 and English 2
Teach English 111, English 112, American Literature, and British Literature
Teacher/Reading Interventionist
Spartanburg County School District 5
08.2014 - 06.2022
Taught 7th and 8th grade English Language Arts and Reading Intervention
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations
Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s progress
Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs
Worked closely with teachers identifying struggling readers, progress monitoring those students, conducting Reading Intervention meetings, and making referrals for Special Education testing, as needed
Teacher
Polk County Schools
08.2012 - 06.2014
Taught 8th grade English Language Arts
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations
Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior
Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Adjunct Instructor, English
Spartanburg Community College
08.2008 - 07.2012
Taught Eng 101, Eng 102, and a variety of literature courses
Designed innovative course materials that aligned with curriculum objectives and promoted critical thinking skills.
Provided individualized feedback on assignments, enabling students to improve their writing skills and overall academic performance.
Maintained a positive learning environment by fostering open communication and encouraging respectful discourse among students.
Adapted teaching methods based on diverse student needs, ensuring an inclusive classroom experience for all learners.
Developed strong relationships with students through regular office hours and one-on-one meetings to address academic concerns
Promoted a culture of academic integrity by enforcing plagiarism policies consistently while educating students about the importance of proper citation and original work.
Expanded student understanding of texts by facilitating in-depth discussions and assigning exploratory essays to help students articulate knowledge.
Teacher
Polk County Schools
08.2000 - 11.2007
Over seven years, I taught 5th-8th grades in all subjects at Saluda School and Polk County Middle School
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication
Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations
Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior
Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs
Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning
Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons
Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
Title I Teacher's Assistant
Transylvania County Schools
08.1999 - 06.2000
Assisted Reading Interventionist with small group instruction and documentation about students struggling in both reading and math
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
Managed classroom behavior effectively
Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Education
Master of Arts - English
Converse College
Spartanburg
05-2005
Skills
Classroom management
Relationship building
Curriculum development
E-learning development
Monitoring progress
Feedback analysis
Flexible
Certification
North Carolina Teaching License
Certified in Elementary Education(K-6), Language Arts(6-9), English(9-12)