english department chair resume example with 14+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
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Summary
Dynamic English teacher committed to staying current with the latest teaching theories and trends. Passionate about making the high school experience a positive one for all students. A driven and high energy educator with a demonstrative track record in fostering student learning who consistently encourages open communication between faculty, students and parents.
Highlights
Valid and current Teaching Certificate in Florida
Creative lesson planning
Critical thinker
Positive and encouraging
Adept classroom manager
SMART Board familiarity
Excellent time management
Kind and empathetic
Accomplishments
Selected to serve as the English Department Chair for the 2012-2013 school year.
Led 144 students to improve test scores by more than 25% during the 2011 - 2012 academic year.
Served as the advisor for the Youth Alive Club for 2 years in a row.
Developed innovative instruction methods that became the standard for meeting district goals.
Hand picked to serve on the FCIM district committee to develop and design the curriculum that was implemented for the 2012-2013 school year.
Experience
07/2012 to Current
English Department ChairRight At School – Vancouver, WA,
Oversee the English department with monthly meetings.
Meet once a week with Administration.
Maintain open communication and facilitate PLCs.
Enforced both classroom and administration policies and rules at all times.
07/2010 to Current
TeacherRight At School – Auburn, WA,
Develop creative and engaging lesson plans.
Incorporated complex texts to enhance literacy skills and foster a fun and engaging learning environment.
Coached students and reviewed test material in preparation for FCAT Writes and FCAT Reading exams.
Assessed student progress weekly, monthly and quarterly.
Set and enforced clear deadlines for student work.
Planned and conducted hands-on activities to provide students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate.
Participated in regular training courses to keep up-to-date with new teaching methods and developments in the field.
Implemented remedial programs for students requiring extra help.
Encouraged discussion of class material to promote critical thinking.
Established positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
08/2007 to 06/2010
TeacherRight At School – Castroville, TX,
Used a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions and demonstrations.
Incorporated engaging texts to enhance literacy skills and foster a fun and engaging learning environment.
Encouraged discussion of class material to promote critical thinking.
Coordinated and conducted class field trips and school wide events.
Met with parents and guardians to discuss students’ progress at least once per semester.
Enforced both classroom and administration policies and rules at all times.
Established positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
Participated in regular training courses to keep up-to-date with new teaching methods and developments in the field.
Kept accurate records of student performance, maintaining the confidentiality of student records and information at all times.
06/2006 to 07/2007
TeacherTreasure Coast High School – City, STATE,
Planned and conducted hands-on activities to provide students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate.
Integrated technology into the curriculum to develop students' word processing and research skills.
Incorporated engaging texts to enhance literacy skills and foster a fun and engaging learning environment.
Encouraged discussion of class material to promote critical thinking.
Implemented remedial programs for students requiring extra help.
Established positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
Established and enforced rules for behavior among students.
Coordinated fund raisers, field trips, school events, and theatrical productions.
Education
Expected in 2006 to to
Master of Arts: Education University of Phoenix - Phoenix, AZ GPA:
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