Lydia M. Lewis
Hahira
Summary
Dedicated teacher with over 18 years of experience working with children from birth to seventh grade. I am competent in developing comprehensive lesson plans aligned with Georgia state standards. Collaborated effectively in a co-taught setting to ensure inclusive education, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes. Committed to advancing educational success through innovative English Language Arts (ELA) strategies and collaborative teaching practices that will be beneficial for all students.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Seventh Grade Teacher
Valdosta Middle School
07.2024 - Current
- Create weekly lesson plans based on the standards for the state of Georgia.
- Works with a co-teacher to make sure all services are provided to students with IEPs and 504 accommodations.
- Develops and implements engaging curriculum aligned with Georgia state standards, improving student test and Lexile scores over this academic year.
Fourth Grade Teacher
Quitman Elementary
07.2019 - 01.2024
- Served as grade level chair for three years.
- Served on the leadership team for three years.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instructional strategies that led to an increase in student performance on standardized tests over a three-year period, utilizing data-driven methodologies and interactive learning tools.
Preschool Teacher
Tender Years Learning Corporation
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Designed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum for preschoolers, enhancing cognitive and social development through structured activities, interactive storytelling, and thematic play-based learning modules over a period of one academic year.
Education
MA in Middle Grades Education - MAT Middle Grades Education
Thomas University
Thomasville, GA01.2025
BA in English - English, African American Studies
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA01.2017
AA Middle Grade Education - Middle Grade Education
Georgia Military College
Valdosta, GA01.2010
Business Office Technology Diploma - Business Office Technology
Valdosta Technical College
Valdosta, GA01.2007
High School Diploma - undefined
Lanier County High School
Lakeland, GA01.2006
Skills
- Communication: Expectational verbal and written communication skills with the ability to relate to diverse audiences
- Leadership: Natural leader, Leadership roles in local church organization, Grade level chair for three years at Quitman Elementary School
- Google certified, Knowledge of planning and scheduling, Proficient in maintaining files and record keeping
Certification
GACE Middle Grades Language Arts
Awards
- Wiregrass Technical College
- 2007, Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership (GOAL).
COURSEWORK
- Business Office Technology Diploma
- Accounting, office management, excel, access, Microsoft word.
Timeline
Seventh Grade Teacher
Valdosta Middle School
07.2024 - Current
Fourth Grade Teacher
Quitman Elementary
07.2019 - 01.2024
Preschool Teacher
Tender Years Learning Corporation
01.2015 - 01.2018
BA in English - English, African American Studies
Valdosta State University
AA Middle Grade Education - Middle Grade Education
Georgia Military College
Business Office Technology Diploma - Business Office Technology
Valdosta Technical College
High School Diploma - undefined
Lanier County High School
MA in Middle Grades Education - MAT Middle Grades Education
Thomas University