Kara Searcy
Marietta
Summary
Dynamic 2nd-grade classroom teacher with the Cobb County School System, skilled in fostering student engagement and collaboration. Expert in literacy development and parent-teacher communication, I create tailored lesson plans that enhance learning outcomes and promote a growth mindset, ensuring every child thrives in a supportive environment.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
Cobb County School System
Marietta, GA
08.2013 - Current
- Develops and implements engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Utilizes formative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional strategies.
- Fosters a positive classroom environment that encourages collaboration and critical thinking.
- Collaborates with parents and staff to support individual student needs and academic growth.
- Develops strong parent-teacher partnerships by maintaining open communication lines and involving parents in their children's learning process.
- Integrates technology into lessons to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Samford University
Birmingham, AL05-1994
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Growth mindset
- Student engagement
- Collaborative learning
- Oral communication
- Literacy development
- Social-emotional learning
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management
Accomplishments
Dyslexia Reading Endorsement
Orton-Gillingham Trained
Microsoft Expert
Earning a Specialist Degree in Instructional Technology from the University of Georgia; will graduate in December 2026
Certification
Master's Degree
Orton - Gillingham
Dyslexia
Timeline
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
Cobb County School System
08.2013 - Current
Master of Arts - Education
Samford University