Experience

Collegiate School

• United States
• Primary and Secondary Education
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Lead Kindergarten Teacher

  • May 2020 - Present



Chesterfield County Public Schools

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 700 & Above Employee

• Kindergarten Teacher

  • Aug 2011 - May 2020

  Kindergarten Teacher, August 2016-Present First Grade Teacher, August 2011 - June 2016 & First Grade Team Leader, 2014-15 and 2015-16 Plans, delivers and evaluates instruction based upon specific standards and objectives established by the county. Assists students in learning knowledge and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able and responsible citizens. Meets and instructs the student(s) in the locations and at the time designated. Develops and maintains the physical environment of the classroom that is conducive to effective learning within the limits of resources provided by the system. Prepares for classes assigned and shows evidence of preparation upon request of the immediate supervisor. Demonstrates mastery of content area. Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities. Plans and delivers appropriate curriculum content to students. Assesses student learning on an ongoing basis and alters instruction to meet group/individual needs. Uses the curriculum of the district to plan daily instructional activities. Maintains order within the classroom setting in accordance with division guidelines regarding student behavior management. Collaborates with other faculty in planning and delivering instruction to students. Attends and participates in faculty and department meetings. Communicates regularly with parents. Ensures compliance with existing applicable federal and state statutes and local policies, regulations and guidelines related to public schools. Demonstrates commitment to improving professional competence. Assesses student learning on an ongoing basis and alters instruction to meet group/individual needs. Uses the curriculum of the district to plan daily instructional activities. Performs other duties as required.



Chesterfield County Public Schools

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 700 & Above Employee

• Substitute Teacher

  • Aug 2009 - Jun 2011

  Worked as a long-term substitute in Preschool Exceptional Education, Elementary Exceptional Education, and First Grade Classrooms for six to twelve weeks per long-term assignment. Additionally, worked on a day to day basis to cover for any teachers in need, Kindergarten to 4th grades. Duties included: Follows lesson plans submitted by the regular classroom teacher. Ensures classroom management. Serves appropriate duty assignments. Leaves appropriate documentation for the teacher. Performs other duties as assigned by the school.



St. Mark's Preschool

• Richmond, Virginia Area

• Preschool Teacher

  • Aug 2004 - Jun 2009

  Lead classroom teacher, ages 3, 4 and 5 year olds. Lead classroom teacher, ages 3, 4 and 5 year olds.



National Head Start Association

• United States
• Civic and Social Organizations
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Education Consultant

  • Aug 2001 - Jun 2004

  Supervised, guided and assisted Head Start classroom teachers in five area county public schools, north and east of Richmond, Virginia to support best instructional practices for at-risk students enrolled in each program. Supervised, guided and assisted Head Start classroom teachers in five area county public schools, north and east of Richmond, Virginia to support best instructional practices for at-risk students enrolled in each program.



Chesterfield County Public Schools

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 700 & Above Employee

• Classroom Teacher

  • Aug 1993 - Jun 1999

  First Grade Teacher First Grade Teacher