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Calvin Thompson

McDonough

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record, adept in differentiated instruction and leveraging educational technology to enhance student engagement. Excelled in creating collaborative learning environments and developing interdisciplinary lesson plans, significantly improving student comprehension and fostering academic growth. Uses innovative teaching methods to facilitate comprehensive understanding of historical and social concepts. Strong understanding of classroom management and curriculum development to maintain effective learning environment.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Social Studies Teacher

Fulton County Schools (Georgia)
07.2022 - 12.2023
  • Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
  • Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected social studies content to other subject areas.
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.

Social Studies Team Leader

Griffin Spalding County School District
07.2016 - 10.2019
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected social studies content to other subject areas.
  • Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
  • Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.

Educational Consultant

Thompson Consultant Services
08.2012 - 07.2015

Consulted with graduate-level students in the areas of academic writing, academic research, and writing that focuses on adding to the wealth of knowledge.


Mentored graduate students in the areas of possible topics for research purposes and promoted educational and professional growth,

Social Studies Teacher/ Department Chair

Clayton County School District (Georgia)
08.1993 - 05.2012
  • Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
  • Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected social studies content to other subject areas.
  • Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
  • Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
  • Established and communicated clear objectives for all educational activities.

Education

Ph.D. - Educational Leadership And Management

Capella University
Online

Master of Arts - Educational Technology

American InterContinental University
Schaumburg, IL

Bachelor of Arts - History

Southern Adventist University
Collegedale, TN

Skills

  • Differentiated instruction
  • Educational technology
  • Classroom management
  • Technology implementation
  • Student engagement
  • Student needs assessment
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Lesson planning
  • Behavior modeling
  • Collaborative learning
  • Group instruction

Timeline

Social Studies Teacher

Fulton County Schools (Georgia)
07.2022 - 12.2023

Social Studies Team Leader

Griffin Spalding County School District
07.2016 - 10.2019

Educational Consultant

Thompson Consultant Services
08.2012 - 07.2015

Social Studies Teacher/ Department Chair

Clayton County School District (Georgia)
08.1993 - 05.2012

Ph.D. - Educational Leadership And Management

Capella University

Master of Arts - Educational Technology

American InterContinental University

Bachelor of Arts - History

Southern Adventist University
Calvin Thompson