Gloria J. Beckwith
Decatur
Summary
Innovative educator committed to fostering social and academic growth in students. Develops engaging, hands-on lessons tailored to diverse learning styles, promoting student success. Cultivates strong relationships with students, faculty, administrators, and parents through effective communication and collaboration.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Dekalb County Board Of Education
Decatur, GA
01.1991 - Current
- Instructed grade-level curriculum, designed and developed programs addressing academic, intellectual, and social needs of students. Instruct ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies, Technology, and Character Education.
- Assess student performance through anecdotal records, student-teaching conferencing, checklist, and student portfolio.
- Enhanced student academic and social growth using varied teaching strategies and techniques, including whole groups, individual, small group, and modeling, fostering a solid academic foundation and positive attitude toward education.
- Actively engaged students in the learning process through the use of manipulatives; employed literature, movies, fine arts, and songs to encourage participation and allow students to take ownership of their learning.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science - Organizational Leadership
Mercer University
Atlanta, GA01-2003
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Internet Navigation
- Email communication
- Data analysis
- PowerPoint
- Financial Software
- Windows XP
Affiliations
GAE/NEA
Area of Teaching Proficiency Include the Following
- Assessment Tools
- Guided Reading
- Literature Circle
- Creative Lesson Planning
- Technology Integration
- Student Motivation
- Interdisciplinary Reading
- Multidisciplinary Lesson Plans
- Writer’s Workshop
- Parent-Teacher Conference
Timeline
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Dekalb County Board Of Education
01.1991 - Current
Bachelor of Applied Science - Organizational Leadership
Mercer University