AMY SMITH
123 Main Street • Atlanta, Georgia • 30339
Home: (555) 555-1234, Cell: (555) 555-1235
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Desire a Challenging Position as Secondary School Teacher in a Reputable School
A highly talented, energetic, and enthusiastic Secondary School Teacher with proven expertise and experience in teaching English to classes of pupils aged 11-16 or 11-18 in both public and private schools; developing schemes of work and planning lessons in line with national objectives, while devising and adapting resources to suit students' needs.
Summary of Qualifications
Over 12 years of Solid experience.
In-depth knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Deep knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Sound knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Profound knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Extensive knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Uncommon knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
Excellent knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures and their history and origins.
Uncommon ability to teach others how to do something.
Proficiency at talking to others to convey information effectively.
Expertise at selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
In-depth ability to monitor/Assess performance of self, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Professional Experience
Mt. Sinai Area School District, Uniondale, NY 2000 - Present
English Teacher
Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.
Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials, in order to prevent injuries and damage.
Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provide students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
Enforce all administration policies and rules governing students.
Cousins Private School, Stony Point, NY 1995 - 2000
English Teacher
Collaborated with the social studies teacher to integrate freshmen English and U.S. History.
Coordinated drama activities.
Communicated and liaised with fellow team department members on a regular basis with regards to planning, assessment, parent and community contact, subject organization and classroom issues, including discipline, expectations and routines.
Communicated and liaised with other school colleagues to promote and establish integrative links and awareness.
Performed behavioral management and pastoral care of class and homeroom groups.
Attended and constructively contributed in staff meetings.
Assisted in supervising student breaks.
Coordinated class activities.
Cousins Private School, Stony Point, NY 1993 - 1995
Teacher Assistant
Assist in the educational and social development of pupils under the direction and guidance of the head teacher, SENCO and class teachers.
Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Programs for students and help monitor their progress.
Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities.
Work with other professionals, such as speech therapists and occupational therapists, as necessary.
Assist class teachers with maintaining student records.
Support students with emotional or behavioral problems and help develop their social skills.
Prepare and present displays of students' work.
Support class teachers in photocopying and other tasks in order to support teaching.
Undertake other duties from time to time as the head teacher requires.