Evelyn Hooks
Lithonia
Summary
Professional educator with strong commitment to fostering positive learning environment. Offers proven ability to engage young students, adapt to changing classroom dynamics, and collaborate effectively with colleagues. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and implementing innovative teaching strategies. Known for reliability, flexibility, and results-driven approach.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Primary Grade Teacher(1st and 2nd)
Princeton Elementary
08.2022 - Current
- Plans engaging instruction in reading, math, science and social studies
- Plans Math for grade level
- Use instructional resources to promote and actively engage students in becoming a 21st century learning
- Integrates technology into lessons
- Adheres to state, district and federal policies and guidelines
- Collaborates effectively with all stakeholders, administrators and community
- Prepare rigorous lessons using state and purchased curriculum
- Record keeping, attendance and grades
- Communication with all stakeholders
- Classroom management
- School Improvement Team
- Math Cadre
- Teacher Mentor
- Mentored new teachers in best practices for effective instruction, curriculum planning, and classroom management techniques.
- Enhanced student performance by implementing diverse instructional strategies tailored to individual learning styles.
- Organized engaging field trips connected to the curriculum that enriched the educational experience for all learners in attendance.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into daily lessons.
First Grade Teacher
Cascade Elementary
11.2016 - 01.2022
- Prepare instructional material for class, plan and implement curriculum, prepare lesson plan to meet the individual needs of students within local and state curriculum standards
- Established classroom management system for student behavior
- Maintain accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district and administrative procedures
- Attended professional development for skill enhancement
- Use data from NWEA, I-Ready, and I-station to drive instruction and intervention for class
- Served as grade chair 2018 - 2020
- Member of Governance Board / Go Team
- Teacher representative for PTA
First Grade Teacher
Dunbar Elementary
01.2016 - 10.2016
- Prepare instructional material for class, plan and implement curriculum, prepare lesson plan to meet the individual needs of students within local and state curriculum standards
- Established classroom management system for student behavior
- Maintain accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district and administrative procedures
- Attended professional development for skill enhancement
- Use data from NWEA, I-Ready, and I-station to drive instruction and intervention for class
Kindergarten Teacher
Magnolia Elementary
08.2014 - 07.2015
- Prepare instructional material for class, plan and implement curriculum, prepare lesson plan to meet the individual needs of students within local and state curriculum standards
- Established classroom management system for student behavior
- Maintain accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district and administrative procedures
- Attended professional development for skill enhancement
- Use Data to drive instruction and intervention and monitor progress
Child Care Director
Buttons and Bows Learning Academy
01.2004 - 01.2014
- Marketing and recruit, planning meals and menus according to USDA guidelines
- Develop lessons and activities, purchase materials
- Assess staff learning needs and develop development programs for staff development
- Ensure license rules are followed
- Meet and greet parents and other stakeholders in Early Childhood
- Develop Handbook for Parents and Employees
- Plan culturally enriching activities through field trips and guest speakers for students
- Direct a staff of 12 employees, Pre k- 4 teacher, ensure safety of children, develop lesson plans for school readiness
- Coordinate lesson plans with goals of Common Core
- Maintain compliance with all state and federal guidelines and programs
- Coordinate programs with surrounding schools for pre-kindergarten students for entry to school
- Coordinate Parent and Teacher Conference, Open House and Quality Assessment for the Center
- Supervise the transportation staff
- Implemented programs that focus on team building and goals setting
6th Grade Mathematics
Southern Avenue Charter School
09.2012 - 05.2012
- Facilitated learning of mathematics using student-centered lessons and activities
- Established acceptable classroom behavior guide with students to help minimize classroom management issues
- Utilized many student centered learning techniques, including help with Think Show Cuba project and building mathematical models demonstration of knowledge of geometry
- Created activities that demonstrated relationship between mathematics and everyday life to engage and motivate students
- Tutored students before, after, and Saturday school
- Modified curriculum for an English Language Learner and a Special Education Student in the regular education classroom by explaining the concepts in various simple steps and with the assistance of pictures in Spanish
Get Ready Set & Grow
01.2005 - 01.2010
- Company Overview: Non profit organization that focuses on getting displaced women back into the workforce
- Testing Preparation for GED, job skills, interviewing and dressing for success
- Provided tutoring for adult women ages 18-55 in Mathematics and Reading in preparation for GED testing
- Workshops that prepare for job entry and life skills seminars
- Develop lesson plans that help with areas of weakness for GED testing
- Coordinate tutors for parents and for students
- Non profit organization that focuses on getting displaced women back into the workforce
Education
Mathematics Education
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA08-2023
Education Specialist - Elementary Education
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA01.2021
Elementary Education - Master of Art in Elementary Education
Cambridge College
Cambridge, MA01.2013
Bachelors of Science - Natural Science
Christian Brothers College
Memphis, TN01.1988
Master of Science - Healthcare Administration
Central Michigan University
Fairborn, OH01.1997
Skills
- Collaborative learning
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Classroom management
- Project-based learning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Technology Integration
- Student Centered Learning
- Lesson Planning
Accomplishments
Received awards for High Growth in Reading and Mathematics , 2017- 2023
Mays Cluster AAE representative
School Leadership Princeton Elementary and Cascade Elementary
Elected Go-Team Member Cascade Elementary
School Liaison for Anti-Bullying Princeton
Dekalb Math Cadre Leader
Grade Chair Cascade Elementary 2018-2022
Grade Chair Princeton Elementary 2024-2025
Governor School of Teacher Leadership Academy Cohort 2024-2025
Certification
Elementary Education, Reading, Mathematics K-5, Teacher Support Specialist/Coaching endorsement, Orton Gillingham trained, Wilson Phonics trained, LETRS trained
Awards
- 2017
- 2018
- 2019
- 2020
- 2021
- 2022
Membership
- MAEYC
- NAHC
- NEA
- AAE District representative
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.
- National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa Inc.
- Go Team member: Governor Board for School
- Parent Advisory Committee - Co-Chair
- Math Co-Chair Curriculum Night
- Parent Teacher Advisor: Teacher Representative PTA
- Girls On The Run Coach
- Teacher Advocacy Board - Cascade
- Math Cadre Leader - Dekalb School
- School Liaison Anti-Bullying - Dekalb School
- School Improvement Team 2022-2023 Princeton
Affiliations
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Inc.
- National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa
- NEA
- NAEYC
Timeline
Primary Grade Teacher(1st and 2nd)
Princeton Elementary
08.2022 - Current
First Grade Teacher
Cascade Elementary
11.2016 - 01.2022
First Grade Teacher
Dunbar Elementary
01.2016 - 10.2016
Kindergarten Teacher
Magnolia Elementary
08.2014 - 07.2015
6th Grade Mathematics
Southern Avenue Charter School
09.2012 - 05.2012
Get Ready Set & Grow
01.2005 - 01.2010
Child Care Director
Buttons and Bows Learning Academy
01.2004 - 01.2014
Elementary Education - Master of Art in Elementary Education
Cambridge College
Bachelors of Science - Natural Science
Christian Brothers College
Master of Science - Healthcare Administration
Central Michigan University
Mathematics Education
Georgia State University
Education Specialist - Elementary Education
University of West Georgia
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