Experienced educator with focus on fostering inclusive learning environments. Strong background in adapting curriculum and instructional strategies to meet diverse student needs. Skilled in team collaboration and flexible in responding to changing classroom dynamics. Known for creating supportive, results-driven educational experiences.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Math and Science Teacher
Sonny Carter
01.2025 - Current
3rd-4th Grade
Beta Club Sponsor Teacher
Leader in Me
Inclusion Teacher
Duties: Planned and delivered engaging, standards-based lessons to meet diverse student needs; created a positive, inclusive, and safe classroom environment that promoted academic and social-emotional growth; differentiated instruction to support students with varying learning styles and abilities; assessed student learning through formal and informal assessments and used data to drive instruction; developed and implemented individualized learning plans and accommodations; managed classroom behavior using positive behavior support strategies; collaborated with general education teachers, specialists, administrators, and support staff to improve student outcomes. Integrated educational technology to enhance student engagement and learning.
Principal: Latricia Reeves
3rd and 4th Grade/Lead Teacher/Inclusion Teacher
Alexander II Math and Science Magnet School
01.2021 - 01.2025
Self-Contained (all content areas taught, including STEM)
Leader in Me
Teacher of the Year 2024
Conferences: GCTM Math Conference 2024, ASCD Conference in DC 2023
Duties: Planned and delivered engaging, standards-based lessons to meet diverse student needs; created a positive, inclusive, and safe classroom environment that promoted academic and social-emotional growth; differentiated instruction to support students with varying learning styles and abilities; assessed student learning through formal and informal assessments and used data to drive instruction; developed and implemented individualized learning plans and accommodations; managed classroom behavior using positive behavior support strategies; collaborated with general education teachers, specialists, administrators, and support staff to improve student outcomes. Integrated educational technology to enhance student engagement and learning.
Principal(s): Walsetta Miller, Angel Woodard
Special Education Co-teacher/Lead Special Education Teacher
Vineville Academy of the Arts
01.2020 - 01.2021
1st-3rd Grade
Duties: Co-planned and co-taught standards-based lessons with general education teachers to meet the needs of diverse learners; implemented IEP, ensuring all accommodations were consistently provided and in compliance with federal and state regulations; monitored student progress toward IEP goals and maintained accurate documentation; conducted small-group and one-on-one instruction to reinforce academic skills and close learning gaps; collected and analyzed student performance data to inform instructional decisions and interventions; supported students in developing academic, social, behavioral, and self-advocacy skills; facilitated inclusive classroom practices that promoted student participation and independence.
Principal: Kristi Graham
Educational Therapist
Elam Alexander Academy (GNETS)
01.2015 - 01.2018
Director: Brooke Cole
Reading Specialist 2018-2019
Teacher of the Year 2018
Teacher with Special Duties 2019-2020
Duties: Co-planned and co-taught standards-based lessons with general education teachers to meet the needs of diverse learners; implemented IEP, ensuring all accommodations were consistently provided and in compliance with federal and state regulations; monitored student progress toward IEP goals and maintained accurate documentation; conducted small-group and one-on-one instruction to reinforce academic skills and close learning gaps; collected and analyzed student performance data to inform instructional decisions and interventions; supported students in developing academic, social, behavioral, and self-advocacy skills; facilitated inclusive classroom practices that promoted student participation and independence.
3rd-5th Grade Math Teacher/Lead Teacher
St. Peter Claver Catholic School
01.2011 - 01.2015
Curriculum Development Committee Chairperson
Summer Program Director
After School Coordinator
Duties: Planned and delivered engaging, standards-based lessons to meet diverse student needs; created a positive, inclusive, and safe classroom environment that promoted academic and social-emotional growth; differentiated instruction to support students with varying learning styles and abilities; assessed student learning through formal and informal assessments and used data to drive instruction; developed and implemented individualized learning plans and accommodations; managed classroom behavior using positive behavior support strategies; collaborated with general education teachers, specialists, administrators, and support staff to improve student outcomes. Integrated educational technology to enhance student engagement and learning.
Principal(s): Sister Margaret Mary Scally, Sister Cheryl Hillig
Education
Master of Science - Psychology
Georgia Southwestern State University
01-2006
Elementary Education
Columbus State University
01-2023
Special Education
Columbus State University
01-2021
Reading Specialist
MGRESA
01-2018
Early Childhood and Special Education & A.S. Psychology
Macon State College
01-2011
Skills
Faculty collaboration and support
Inquiry-based learning
Technology integration
Classroom management
Multi-cultural awareness
Curriculum development
Student support
STEM programs
Project-based learning
Student engagement
Multimedia integration
Instructional planning
Collaborative learning
Documentation and reporting
New teacher training
IEP progress tracking
Accomplishments
Teacher of the Year 2018 and 2024
Timeline
Math and Science Teacher
Sonny Carter
01.2025 - Current
3rd and 4th Grade/Lead Teacher/Inclusion Teacher
Alexander II Math and Science Magnet School
01.2021 - 01.2025
Special Education Co-teacher/Lead Special Education Teacher
Vineville Academy of the Arts
01.2020 - 01.2021
Educational Therapist
Elam Alexander Academy (GNETS)
01.2015 - 01.2018
3rd-5th Grade Math Teacher/Lead Teacher
St. Peter Claver Catholic School
01.2011 - 01.2015
Early Childhood and Special Education & A.S. Psychology