Charphia Houston
Lithonia
Summary
Passionate Teacher provides students with exceptional learning opportunities and support of educational endeavors. Skilled implementer of diverse instruction methods for cultivating fruitful learning environment for all. Positively motivates students with individual guidance and empathetic mentorship.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
4th Grade Science and Social Studies Teacher
Rowland Elementary School
08.2018 - Current
- 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.
- Increased student success rates with regular assessments and timely feedback on assignments and performance.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents, maintaining open lines of communication to support student progress at home.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Completed documentation of attendance, grades and other required details.
6th and 7th Grade Science Teacher
Freedom Middle School
08.2015 - 05.2018
- Improved students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating problem-solving activities in lessons.
- Enhanced student engagement through the use of visuals, hands-on experiments, and group projects.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected science content to other subject areas.
- Provided consistent feedback on student work, resulting in increased understanding and improved performance.
- Actively participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on the latest educational research and best practices for teaching 7th grade science.
- Utilized group and hands-on learning experiences for proficient teacher evaluation score.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavioral issues.
6th and 7th Grade Science Teacher
Stone Mountain Middle School
08.2006 - 05.2015
- Improved students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating problem-solving activities in lessons.
- Enhanced student engagement through the use of visuals, hands-on experiments, and group projects.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning environment for all students.
- Promoted scientific literacy among students by emphasizing real-world applications of scientific concepts.
- Mentored new teachers in best practices for science education, contributing to their professional development and success.
- Actively participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on the latest educational research and best practices for teaching 7th grade science.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, adjusting instruction as needed to ensure mastery of content standards.
- Created positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment for students.
- Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
4th and 5th Grade Teacher
Rowland Elementary School
09.1997 - 05.2006
- Increased student participation by incorporating interactive learning activities and group work into daily lessons.
- Strengthened students'' critical thinking skills through inquiry-based learning techniques and problem-solving exercises.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse needs of all learners in the classroom.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication through regular updates, conferences, and detailed progress reports.
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
Education
Specialist of Education - Educational Leadership
Cambridge College
Cambridge, MA01.2009
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL07.2005
BBA - Business Administration
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN05.1985
Skills
- Technology Implementation
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- Effective Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Interpersonal Communication
Certification
- Middle School in Science and Social Studies, Brenau University , 1997-1998.
Timeline
4th Grade Science and Social Studies Teacher
Rowland Elementary School
08.2018 - Current
6th and 7th Grade Science Teacher
Freedom Middle School
08.2015 - 05.2018
6th and 7th Grade Science Teacher
Stone Mountain Middle School
08.2006 - 05.2015
4th and 5th Grade Teacher
Rowland Elementary School
09.1997 - 05.2006
Specialist of Education - Educational Leadership
Cambridge College
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Jacksonville State University
BBA - Business Administration
Tennessee State University
Similar Profiles
Bridget HeadBridget Head
Theater Arts Teacher Volunteer at Rowland Elementary SchoolTheater Arts Teacher Volunteer at Rowland Elementary School
Jacqueline GarciaJacqueline Garcia
Office Assistant at Hollingworth Elementary, Rowland USDOffice Assistant at Hollingworth Elementary, Rowland USD
Priscilla VillegasPriscilla Villegas
Senior Account Clerk (Payroll)- Substitute at Rowland Unified School DistrictSenior Account Clerk (Payroll)- Substitute at Rowland Unified School District