Experience
Independence Montessori Academy July *015– Present
Elementary teacher 1st – 5th grade
Ellerbe Middle School
Interim Teacher/Academic Tutor 2000--2015
Coordinated IEP (Individualized Education Plan) to better meet the educational needs of ID/DD students.
Completed interims for middle school Social Studies, Language Arts, Science, Math, Electives, and Library courses.
Instructed through lectures, discussions and demonstrations.
Utilized assessment tools and strategies to improve instructional methods.
Tutored to increase test scores on End of Grade and Benchmark testing.
Office receptionist on an as needed basis-copying, filing, faxing, etc.
Design and maintain facebook page to keep community up to date on school activities.
Documented current school events for local newspaper and school website through photography and written articles.
Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
Facilitated Volunteer Program
Facilitated fundraising through school events.
Coordinated group activities to encourage team work.
Instructed through enhanced discussions and demonstrations in reading and math skills to assist lower level children with special needs.
Establish and implement student discipline for a safe learning environment.
Education
University of Phoenix
Associates in Health and Human Services Management 2008
Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA
Bachelor of Science: Religion 2010
Master of Arts: Human Services 2013
Master of Arts: Religion (Global Studies) 2015
SKILLS
Proficient Office Skills
Motivated/Organized
Personable/Adaptable
Competent under pressure
Diplomatic/tactful
Relates well with all cultures
Works well individually or with a team
Project management/Fundraising experience
Excellent Communication Skills both Verbal/Written
VOLUNTEER/ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
RICHMOND COUNTY HOSPICE--Rockingham, NC
Emotional Care Provider, 2010--2012
Grief Camp for Children, 2010
SOUP KITCHEN – Hamlet, NC
Cook/Server, 2010
RELAY FOR LIFE – Ellerbe, NC
Funds Raiser, 2001-2004
JONES SPRINGS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH – Derby, NC
Senior Citizens Outreach, 2015
Vacation Bible School Teacher, 1999-2008
Chairperson, Senior Citizens Banquet Committee, 2000-2004