Profile Details
Experience Summary
I am certified in Educational Leadership and am currently serving as an Instructional Specialist with the East Baton Rouge Parish School System. I have worked as a classroom teacher for 13 years in grades 1 through 8- Teaching READING, WRITING, SCIENCE, MATH, and SOCIAL STUDIES. I am also certified to teach 6th through 8th Middle School Math. I have several years of experience teaching over-aged students and students who are not "On Level" academically. I have experienced much success in moving students academically and presently serve as the Professional Development Coordinator for EBRFT, providing various workshops to schools and surrounding districts.
Credentials
Type
Level
Year Rcvd
Title
Issued By
Level:
School Leadership Program
Title:
Educational Leadership 1 (EDL 1)
Issued By:
Louisiana Department of Education
Title:
Certified/Highly Qualified Teacher Grades 1-5
Issued By:
Louisiana State Department of Education
Issued By:
Louisiana State University- Baton Rouge, La.
Teaching Style
I am a holistic teacher in that, I believe in teaching the whole child and meeting them where they are academically and emotionally. I am skilled at building a child's confidence and so, their skill level through positive, clear feedback and focused support and guidance.
My Hobbies
I enjoy reading, writing short stories, regularly exercising and running, as well as practicing Caribbean Dance.
Top Subjects
Math
Proficiency: Experienced, and one of my top Subjects!
Language Arts
Reading and Language Arts go hand in hand. I am skilled at providing support in this content area.
Reading Comprehension
Proficiency: Experienced, and one of my top Subjects!
ACT
Have successfully prepared several students for the ACT.
GED
I take joy in helping my students complete this very important goal!
Test Preparation
Proficiency: Experienced, and one of my top Subjects!
I am skilled in providing support in this area.
Elementary Social Studies