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Luwanna Kimbro
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Summary
Dynamic Math Teacher and Department Head at Dekalb County School System, adept at adapting teaching styles to diverse learning needs, enhancing student academic performance. Excelled in implementing data-driven instruction and fostering mathematical reasoning, showcasing skills in group instruction and motivating students. Mentored new educators, embodying a positive role model while specializing in high school math and remote instruction.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Math Teacher and Department Head
Dekalb County School System
02.1988 - Current
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Adapted teaching style to accommodate diverse learning needs, resulting in improved academic performance for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting a deeper understanding of mathematical connections across subjects.
- Implemented data-driven instruction by analyzing student performance data to inform lesson planning and differentiation strategies.
- Developed effective assessment strategies for measuring student progress in alignment with instructional goals.
- Adjusted teaching strategies to meet diverse requirements of individualized support plans.
- Served as a mentor teacher for new educators, providing guidance and support to help them navigate their first years in the profession successfully.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Supplemented textbook material with approved third-party examples and resources for clarity on difficult topics.
- Helped students make good decisions about course choices for educational and vocational goals.
- Utilized mathematical applications and problem-solving techniques to teach advanced topics in mathematics.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership And Management
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FLBachelor of Arts - Mathematics
Spelman College
Atlanta, GASkills
- Adapting to different learning styles
- Group and individual instruction
- Motivating and encouraging
- Student performance evaluations
- Positive role model and mentor
- Teaching algebra
- Remote or virtual instruction
- High school math
Accomplishments
Former Teacher of the Year
Affiliations
- Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Certification
Teaching Certificate - Mathematics Grades 6-12
Educational Leadership Certificate
Advanced Placement Certificate - Calculus AB
Interests
Timeline
Math Teacher and Department Head
Dekalb County School System
02.1988 - Current
Teaching Certificate - Mathematics Grades 6-12
Educational Leadership Certificate
Advanced Placement Certificate - Calculus AB
Master of Science - Educational Leadership And Management
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics
Spelman College
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