First Grade Teacher/Mentor - DC Virgo Preparatory School - Wilmington, NC
(2026)
- Provide high-quality instruction to first-grade students in literacy, phonics, mathematics, science, and social studies.
- Develop and implement engaging, standards-aligned lesson plans that support diverse learning needs and student achievement.
- Use formative and summative assessment data to monitor student progress and differentiate instruction.
- Establish a positive, inclusive classroom environment that promotes academic growth, independence, and social-emotional development.
- Serve as a mentor, providing guidance, support, and professional collaboration to colleagues and beginning teachers.
- Share instructional strategies, resources, and best practices to support effective teaching and student learning.
- Collaborate with grade-bands, instructional coach, administrators, families, and support staff to address student needs and strengthen academic outcomes.
- Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress, classroom expectations, and opportunities for academic support.
- Maintain accurate student records and documentation while monitoring individual student growth.
Kindergarten Teacher - Durham Charter School - Durham, NC
(2024 - 2026)
- Delivered rigorous, data-driven instruction aligned with North Carolina standards to improve student achievement
- Utilized assessment data to differentiate instruction and close learning gaps
- Built a structured, high-expectations classroom environment that supports both academic and social development
- Collaborated with colleagues to design curriculum and implement best instructional practices
- Maintained strong communication with families to support student success
- Contributed to school culture by promoting character education and participating in school-wide initiatives
- Implemented Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) strategies to identify student learning needs, provide targeted interventions, and monitor academic progress.
- Collaborated with teachers, interventionists, and families through the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) process to support student achievement and behavioral outcomes.
- Analyzed student performance data within the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework to drive instructional decisions and improve learning outcomes.
Kindergarten Teacher - Lake Rim Elementary School - Fayetteville, NC
(2019 - 2024)
- Delivered rigorous, data-driven instruction aligned with North Carolina standards to improve student achievement
- Utilized assessment data to differentiate instruction and close learning gaps
- Built a structured, high-expectations classroom environment that supports both academic and social development
- Collaborated with colleagues to design curriculum and implement best instructional practices
- Provide bi-monthly professional development for academic staff (2023–2024)
- Serve as Grade Level Chair (2023–2024)
- Served as Grade Level Representative for the School Improvement Team (2022–2023)
- Mentor and support new teachers on the grade-level team
- Plan and facilitate grade-level meetings
- Member of Successful Student – High Expectations Correlates (2022-2023)
- Member of the Curriculum Team Correlates (2019–2022)
- Collaborate with team members to plan and implement engaging lessons
- Implemented Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) strategies to identify student learning needs, provide targeted interventions, and monitor academic progress.
- Collaborated with teachers, interventionists, and families through the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) process to support student achievement and behavioral outcomes.
- Analyzed student performance data within the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework to drive instructional decisions and improve learning outcomes.
Literacy Specialist (Grades 1–3) - Holy Family Infant and Primary School - Kingston, Jamaica
(2015 - 2018)
- Delivered rigorous, data-driven instruction aligned with North Standards Curriculum (NSC) to improve student achievement
- Utilized assessment data to differentiate instruction and close learning gaps
- Built a structured, high-expectations classroom environment that supports both academic and social development
- Collaborated with colleagues to design curriculum and implement best instructional practices
- Conduct literacy assessments to identify students’ strengths and areas for growth
- Analyze data to inform reading and writing instruction
- Design and implement targeted literacy interventions
- Collaborate with teachers and administrators to strengthen literacy programs
- Monitor student progress and adjust instruction to ensure improvement
- Served as Speech and Drama Club Coordinator
- Prepared students for graduation speeches and national competitions (JCDC Festival)
Basic School Teacher (5-Year-Olds) - Holy Family Infant and Primary School - Kingston, Jamaica
(2018 - 2019)
- Delivered rigorous, data-driven instruction aligned with North Standards Curriculum (NSC) to improve student achievement
- Utilized assessment data to differentiate instruction and close learning gaps
- Built a structured, high-expectations classroom environment that supports both academic and social development
- Collaborate with administrators, parents, and colleagues to support student success
- Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate lessons
- Coordinate Speech and Drama Club activities
- Prepare students for graduation speeches and JCDC Festival competitions
