Resume category: TEACHER

         TEACHER         Summary    My applied experience in elementary level teaching combined with my B.A in History/Music as well Alt. Certification (K-5), makes me a worthy contender for a teacher position at your school .Utilizing my skills and expertise, I am eager to become a key member of your team.
As specified in the enclosed resume, I offer you the following attributes in order to contribute to your ongoing success:
* Well versed in assisting children in build social, cognitive, emotional, and physical skills. * Adept at providing a stimulating conducive classroom environment. * Special talent for utilizing the highest quality teaching resources and classroom materials.
It is paramount that in order to become the best teacher, good interaction with the students is essential - aside from imparting good knowledge. The expectation of what the students think and how they would think in a particular state of affairs is equally important in my point of view.
In addition, I apply an innovative teaching approach which includes the incorporation of 21st century skill sets that will prepare my students to compete with other students both nationally and internationally. 
Of all my strengths, I take extreme pride in the patience and dedication required to meet the needs of children from socially and culturally diverse backgrounds. My insight not only comes from my years in the classroom as a teacher, but also from my years a pupil. Having lived abroad for many of my formative years, as well as some after college, I understand the delicate balance that is needed to make learning inclusive to all. CERTIFIED ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER (Grades 1-5)
Level 2 Teaching Certification (Louisiana)
Dedicated elementary teacher with a passion for teaching, learning and student success, while offering a proven track record of commended performance teaching in the elementary classroom, with an unwavering commitment to optimizing student and school success.  Extensive background in serving the educational needs of culturally, racially, and socio-economically diverse students in Title I schools.  Flexible and creative educational professional with seven plus years teaching with a unique ability to explain complicated concepts in an easily understandable manner.        Experience      Company Name     August 2015   to   Current     Teacher   City  ,   State      Implemented diverse approaches to ensure understanding of course material and overall academic success.  Analyzed student learning and plan and administer a variety of appropriate assessments.  Ensured effective and positive parent communication.  Participate in on-going planning development and evaluation of curriculum.  Use a variety of instructional strategies to provide equity and excellence to students of all ability levels.  Work cooperatively with other teachers in developing and sharing curriculum strategies.          Company Name     August 2010   to   May 2015     Teacher   City  ,   State      4th grade Math, ELA).  Planned, implemented, monitored and assessed a classroom instructional program which was consistent with the Jackson Parish School Board regulations and Louisiana Board of Education.  Worked with other teachers and administrators to evaluate and revise elementary school programs.  Encouraged students with special academic interests to fully pursue those subjects.  Planned, implemented and thoroughly monitored 504 and Special Education accommodations for students with learning exceptionalities.  Presented various techniques and strategies for delivery of classroom instructions using manipulative and hands-on approaches in Math, and Science.          Company Name     August 2007   to   July 2010     Teacher   City  ,   State      Worked with interdisciplinary team members to evaluate children's progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.  Monitored students' educational progress with individual charts and files.  Nurtured a supportive learning environment that was often used as a model for other classrooms.          Company Name     May 2008   to   September 2008     Teacher           Coordinated communications between students and school administration to create an effective and culturally-sensitive learning environment.  Developed and taught a curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.  Improved instruction methods by using a variety of assessment tools and strategies.          Education and Training      Grambling State University   2010             City  ,   State  ,   USA    Elementary Education (1-5)        Louisiana Tech University     2007       Bachelor of Arts  :   History Music Education    City  ,   State  ,   USA    History Music Education        Interests    AFFILIATIONS
Tau Beta Sigma, Sigma Alpha Iota, La Tech University Band, Southwest Region Horn Ensemble, 4-H Sponsor        Personal Information    As a passionate elementary school teacher, I would welcome the chance to meet with you to discuss how my education, expertise and capabilities would be beneficial for your school. I can be reached at 318-243-9294 to set up a meeting time.      Additional Information      As a passionate elementary school teacher, I would welcome the chance to meet with you to discuss how my education, expertise and capabilities would be beneficial for your school. I can be reached at 318-243-9294 to set up a meeting time.  Eagle/DNC 
AFFILIATIONS
Tau Beta Sigma, Sigma Alpha Iota, La Tech University Band, Southwest Region Horn Ensemble, 4-H Sponsor        Skills    academic, charts, delivery, equity, instruction, Lesson Planning, Math, Microsoft Office, progress, Reporting