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Staphia Sellers

Morrow

Summary

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Early Intervention Teacher

Henry County School District
08.2024 - Current
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.

Multi Tiered Support System Chair

Henry County School System
08.2024 - Current
  • Maintained impartiality and objectivity during meetings and decision-making.
  • Planned and oversaw meetings in accordance with governing documents.
  • Collaborated with teacher and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.

1st and 2nd Grade Teacher

Henry County School System
08.2019 - Current
  • Encouraged students to think critically and develop problem-solving skills.
  • Taught core subjects of math, science, reading, and social studies.
  • Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
  • Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
  • Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
  • Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
  • Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
  • Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
  • Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.

PreK-Kindergarten Teacher

Dekalb County Schools
03.2015 - 05.2019
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • Taught core subjects of math, science, reading, and social studies.
  • Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
  • Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
  • Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
  • Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
  • Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
  • Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.

Education

Master of Arts - Education

Mercer University
Macon, GA
12-2023

Skills

  • Early childhood education

  • Autism spectrum disorders

  • Social-emotional learning

  • Individualized education plans

  • Play-based learning

  • Data collection and analysis

  • Excellent classroom management

  • IEP and BIP implementation

  • Collaborative teamwork

  • Parent communications

  • Differentiated instruction

  • MS office proficient

Timeline

Early Intervention Teacher

Henry County School District
08.2024 - Current

Multi Tiered Support System Chair

Henry County School System
08.2024 - Current

1st and 2nd Grade Teacher

Henry County School System
08.2019 - Current

PreK-Kindergarten Teacher

Dekalb County Schools
03.2015 - 05.2019

Master of Arts - Education

Mercer University

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