Teacher Resume Example Grafton High School

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Jun 2015 - CurrentYorktown, VA

Teacher / Grafton High School

Created county content for advanced English, implementing new practices and providing direction throughout the schools.
Revived local Creative Writing program within the school, creating the curriculum and reactivating the school's literary magazine.
Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student-centered learning.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
Worked with graphic artists, post-production team members and other specialists to produce captivating and successful content.
Delegated and tracked each staff member's assignments and deadlines.
Employed variety of instructional techniques and integrated and actively used technology and media consistent with needs and capabilities of students.
Exhibited understanding of content, discipline and pedagogy as demonstrated through quality of design, execution of lessons and matching objectives and activities to state and local standards.

Sep 2005 - CurrentYorktown, VA

Author / Self Employed Writer

Revised written material to meet personal standards and to satisfy needs of clients, publishers or producers.
Prepared works in appropriate format for publication and sent to publishers or producers.
Instructed more than 200 students per year in principles and techniques of creative writing at workshops and training courses.
Worked with copyediting and development editors to enhance development and presentation of each piece.
Chose and followed targeted styles, grammatical approaches and narrative voices for each piece.
Delved into unique themes and subjects with each work to enhance artistic growth and skill.
Conducted readings, signing and launch events to promote books and build audience loyalty.
Offered live performances of written works at public gatherings and special events.
Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
Prepared a variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations.
Built productive relationships with writers, designers and other professionals to successfully produce novels and work for anthologies.
Reviewed reports and recommended changes to improve copy flow.
Determined readiness of written pieces, made changes and approved final versions for publication.

Jun 2014 - Jun 2015Hampton, VA

Teacher / Bethel High School

Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects for Honors English 12.
Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to reinforce student participation and hands-on learning.
Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of integrated classroom.
Enhanced student knowledge of technology by integrating various web-based applications for research and assignments.
Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.

Jun 1995 - Jun 2003Virginia Beach, VA

Information Systems Technician Supervisor / United States Navy

Built and provided basic end-user troubleshooting and desktop support on Windows, Linux and Mac systems.
Addressed all questions and concerns from end users regarding Telecom and various communication programs.
Followed up with clients to verify optimal customer satisfaction following support engagement and problem resolution.
Identified and solved technical issues using variety of diagnostic tools and tactics.
Loaded software, granted permissions and configured hardware for new employees as part of onboarding process.
Installed, modified and repaired software and hardware to resolve technical issues.
Maintained excellent levels of customer service by efficiently meeting customer needs for all types of satellite systems.
Fed cables through access holes, attics and floor spaces.
Set up and programmed devices and educated customers on use.
Tested existing equipment for functionality, quickly and accurately diagnosing problems to provide comprehensive solutions.
Configured internet connections, routers and wireless access for devices.
Trained end-users top secret software on use, functionality and application to tactical needs.
Supervised and trained over thirty peers and higher ranked enlisted and offers on maintenance, repair, and operation of various telecom and computer systems.

Education

Dec 2016Hooksett, NH

Master of Arts in Creative WritingSouthern New Hampshire University

Dec 2013Norfolk, VA

Bachelor of Arts in English EducationOld Dominion University

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