LINDSEY WOMBLE BLOCKER
Claxton
Summary
Accomplished educator with extensive experience in public and private schools, specializing in instructional leadership and data-driven strategies. Proven track record in implementing differentiation and scaffolding techniques, resulting in improved student engagement and academic performance. Successfully led literacy initiatives and mentored colleagues, fostering a positive school culture and elevated academic standards. Committed to empowering students through innovative teaching methods.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Leadership Team Member
Metter Middle School
05.2023 - Current
- Helped lead school initiatives around literacy, culture, and instructional planning.
Middle School Girls Track Coach
Metter Middle School
05.2023 - Current
- Supervised and evaluated workouts, practices, meets, and special events to ensure effectiveness.
- Enforced safety regulations while promoting maximum effort among all participants.
English Language Arts Lead Teacher
Metter Middle School
05.2022 - Current
- Facilitated PLCs and mentored colleagues in implementing differentiation and academic rigor
- Led data talks and co-developed common assessments.
- Guided instructional decisions based on student needs and curriculum standards.
8th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Metter Middle School
05.2021 - Current
- Use thematic units, genre-based read-alouds, and SSR to promote literacy and critical thinking
- Implement TPR and high-impact vocabulary instruction with Tier 2 words
- Lead writing instruction through modeling and mentor texts using the Patterns of Power approach
- Guide students with differentiated reading conferences and data-driven small groups
- Build classroom community through the House System, competitions, and collaborative tasks
- Plan and execute rigorous, scaffolded lessons aligned to the Gradual Release Model (I Do, We Do, You Do)
- Incorporate technology and SWIRL (Speaking, Writing, Illustrating, Reading, Listening) strategies.
- Co-teaching experience to provide assistance for students with Individualized Education Plans
Varsity Cheerleading Coach – Sideline & Competition
Metter High School
05.2022 - 08.2023
Middle School Cheerleading Coach – Sideline & Competition
Metter Middle School
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Led team to Middle School Region Championship (2021)
Varsity Competition Cheer Coach
Pinewood Christian Academy
08.2016 - 05.2021
- GISA State Runner-Up (2018); multiple local 1st-place titles.
Middle Grades Teacher (5th–8th)
Pinewood Christian Academy
08.2015 - 05.2021
- Designed and delivered standards-aligned instruction across ELA and social studies
- Promoted student engagement through debate, collaboration, and real-world connections
- Fostered community through virtual learning environments and small-group instruction
- Evaluated student performance using formative assessments such as quizzes or projects.
- Integrated technology into lessons to increase student engagement and achievement levels.
- Developed activities that encouraged critical thinking, problem solving, collaboration, and self-expression among students.
5th Grade Teacher
Pinevale Elementary School
08.2013 - 05.2015
- Increased student achievement on standardized tests, receiving a bonus and commendation
- Served on STEM curriculum committee and supported student teachers
Education
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA05.2013
Skills
- - Instructional Leadership
- - Standards-Based Planning
- - Differentiation & Scaffolding
- - Total Physical Response (TPR)
- - Patterns of Power (Grammar)
- - SWIRL Framework
- - SSR & Reading Conferences
- - Thematic Unit Design
- - Literacy Across the Content Areas
- - Data-Driven Instruction
- - PLC Facilitation
- - Coaching & Team Leadership
- - Building School Culture (House System)
- - Educational Technology (SMART Board, Google Classroom)
- Data analysis
- Instructional coaching
- Classroom management
References
Available upon request.
Accomplishments
- Valdosta City Schools iPad Grant Recipient (2013–2014)
- Commendation & Bonus for Student Achievement Growth (2014–2015)
- GISA State Runner-Up in Cheer (2018)
- Led Metter MS Cheer to Region Champions (2021)
Certification
- Leadership Endorsement
- PAGE Member
- GACA Member
- SWIRL Council Member
- The Writing Revolution Participant
- Nominated to the 2025–2026 Leadership Cohort
Timeline
Leadership Team Member
Metter Middle School
05.2023 - Current
Middle School Girls Track Coach
Metter Middle School
05.2023 - Current
English Language Arts Lead Teacher
Metter Middle School
05.2022 - Current
Varsity Cheerleading Coach – Sideline & Competition
Metter High School
05.2022 - 08.2023
8th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Metter Middle School
05.2021 - Current
Middle School Cheerleading Coach – Sideline & Competition
Metter Middle School
05.2021 - 05.2022
Varsity Competition Cheer Coach
Pinewood Christian Academy
08.2016 - 05.2021
Middle Grades Teacher (5th–8th)
Pinewood Christian Academy
08.2015 - 05.2021
5th Grade Teacher
Pinevale Elementary School
08.2013 - 05.2015
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Valdosta State University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Valdosta State University
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