Versatile and dedicated educator with focus on individual needs of students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of solutions based on the needs of students, teachers, and administrators through curriculum and program development. Exceptional skills working with all stakeholders to meet educational, social, and emotional needs of students.
Skills
Classroom Management
Behavior Modification
School Administration
Learning Style Assessment
Complex Problem-Solving
De-Escalation Techniques
Positive Reinforcement Methods
Motivating Students
Public Speaking (100+)
Training Facilitator
Strategic Planning
Rapport Building
Work History
Early Intervention Teacher, 12/2022 to Current Cobb County School District, Sanders Elementary – City, STATE,
Modify general education curriculum for at-risk students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Deliver effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of students.
Manage IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Cultivate connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Assist struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
Youth InPowerment Coach, 05/2022 to Current Bruner InPowered Group, LLC – City, STATE,
Build productive, lasting connections with individual students.
Coach individual and small groups of children, focusing on personal, social and emotional growth and development.
Guide students in healthy decision-making processes.
Coordinate after-school activities contributing to individual student growth and development.
Work with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or daily living situations.
Empower students through physical and skill-building exercises.
Create and implement curriculum dedicated to teaching healthy decision-making habits.
Increase student knowledge of self-regulatory skills and effective implementation.
4th Grade Teacher, 04/2017 to 05/2022 Cobb County School District, King Springs Elem. – City, STATE,
Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
Led teachers (10) in best practices strategies for instruction and classroom management as team lead.
Independent Educational Consultant, 06/2012 to 08/2018 Bruner Educational Learning, LLC – City, STATE,
Collaborated with school board officials to assess areas for improvement in curricula, classrooms, testing, and student activities.
Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff (15+) to assess education standards and classroom policies and implement changes based on data.
Provided lesson planning and pacing support to help educators analyze data and apply it to instruction.
Coordinated training and professional development courses for teachers and school administrators to create new teaching strategies that encourage student learning.
Analyzed and restructured educational programs to comply with board regulations.
Performed detailed and comprehensive evaluations of teaching and support staff.
Designed course materials and supported implementation.
Planned and monitored implementation of technology-based learning programs.
Effectively implemented best training practices and adult learning principles in planning and creation of instructional materials.
Designed, implemented, and managed successful training programs to meet department and school needs.
Negotiated contracts and delivery plans with vendors.
Reached out to vendors to evaluate available curriculums and associated materials.
Decreased student truancy by 50%.
Education
Bachelor of Arts: Psychology, Expected in 05/2003 DePauw University - Greencastle, IN GPA:
Vernon Jordan Scholarship Recipient
Association of African-American Students, President
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