Seasoned Educator - Data-Driven 3rd Grade Teacher

CONNIE SLAPPY

************@*****.*** 229-***-**** Blakely, GA 39823

Summary

Recently retired educator with 30 years of experience, recognized for enhancing student performance through innovative teaching methods and effective technology integration. Proven expertise in classroom management and customizing lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles, resulting in significant improvements in standardized test scores. Demonstrated leadership on various school committees, promoting community engagement and fostering an inclusive educational environment.

Skills

Implementation of Compliance Standards

Attention to detail

Professionalism

Data Analysis

Monitor Development Progress

Strong Communication

Multimedia instruction

Adaptable Mindset

Computer skills

Dedicated Work Ethic

Team-Based Mentoring/Planning

Organization and planning skills

Experience

Early County Elementary Blakely, GA

3rd Grade Elementary Teacher

01/2022 - 05/2025

Maintained positive classroom environments by reinforcing rules for behavior and relationship-building actions.

Established and communicated clear learning objectives to foster student progress and academic performance.

Strategies were implemented using data-driven instruction and differentiated instructions to meet the learners where they were.

Created a collaborative environment in the classroom where students worked together to support everyone's learning.

Experienced as a grade-level instructor and collaborated with the team to create student achievement plans.

Sowega Stem Charter School Shellman, GA

3rd Grade Teacher

08/2018 - 12/2021

Developed and implemented curriculum to meet the needs of individual students.

Analyzed student assessment data to identify areas where additional support was needed in mathematics learning.

Instructed students and supported understanding of math concepts.

Use of Google Classroom for virtual learning/Covid

Randolph County Elementary Cuthbert, GA

3rd Grade Teacher

07/2016 - 06/2018

Educated students on core principles and advanced concepts of mathematics.

Developed and implemented lesson plans.

Planned, evaluated, and revised curricula, course content, and course materials to improve outcomes.

Lillie Cooper Primary School Dawson, GA

2nd & 3rd Grade Teacher

08/1995 - 06/2016

Modeled lesson-planning strategies and classroom-management techniques for student teachers.

Collaborated with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons, promoting learning and student engagement.

Leveraged classroom technologies to create approved lectures and lessons.

Incorporated technology into classrooms to maximize student progress and understanding of course material.

Promoted collaboration and problem-solving skills by facilitating group projects and class discussions.

Assisted fellow teachers with assignments, special projects, tests, administrative updates, and implementation as needed.

Education

Grand Canyon University Phoenix, AZ

Master’s degree in Early Childhood -Curriculum & Instruction

Graduated 08/2005

Georgia Southwestern State University Americus, GA

Bachelor of Science in Education, Early Childhood

Graduated 08/1995

Terrell Academy Dawson, GA

K-12 College Prep

Graduated 05/1991

Technology/ Online Experience

Google Classroom, Zoom, Loom, Infinite Campus, Microsoft Office, Excel, Canvas, Microsoft Teams

Accomplishments

Stem Certified

Early Literacy Certification

Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction

Certifications

Certified Georgia Educator

Georgia License renewed/clear in 2025

30 yr educator

References

References available upon request.

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