Theresa Williams

Science Teacher Core Proficiencies

 Curriculum Planning and Development
 Material and Assignment Creation
Career Summary  Classroom Management
I am a self-directed, interactive, and dependable educator with a  Parent Communications
passionate commitment to developing my students in science academia  Student Evaluations
and providing a thriving learning experience. After starting with Dekalb
County as a substitute teacher, to a resident teacher, to a middle school  Technology Integration for Virtual and
teacher, I would now like to expand my horizon in the walls of a high Hybrid Learning
school classroom. I possess outstanding communication skills, present
information for all learning styles and facilitate learning so students can
see the real-world connection. Teaching science has been a rewarding
experience for me, and I hope to see more. Awards/Accomplishments
 2016-2017 Torch Award for Science
Certifications Instruction
Science 6-12
Middle Grade Math and Science 4-8
Gifted and ESOL Endorsements Personal Skills/Strengths
 Ability to build a rapport with parents to
Academic Qualifications gain their involvement, trust and respect in
Georgia State University August 2012 – May 2014 creating a participative environment.
MAT/Middle Grade Math and Science  Ability to execute an effective classroom
management plan inclusive of a behavior
Work Experience plan with concrete procedures.
 Ability to motivate students with the use
Tucker Middle School of cooperative learning and student-
Science Teacher 2014-Current directed activities that would build
7th Grade Life Science (2 years) teamwork and adhere to a set of goals.
8th Grade Physical Science (4 years)  Ability to develop useful daily lesson plans
and utilize instructional resources.
 Monitor their academic progress using proven successful
 Ability to work as a team member
research-based instructional strategies for Georgia Milestone
and MAPP Assessments.  Friendly, Flexible and Patient
 Audit student formative and summative assessment data to
analyze student’s strengths/weaknesses and develop
Affiliations
enrichment or remediation activities
 NSTA
 Development of professional and trusting relationships with
parents, colleagues and administrators through regular  Professional Association of Georgia
communication. Educators
 Administered and proctored several standardized assessments.
Computer Skills
 Accommodated students with various learning disabilities by
 Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word,
implementing effective learning strategies and
Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, One Note)
assignments/activities necessary according to their 504 plan or
IEP.  Variety of educational technology
 Prescribed behavioral and learning strategies to promote resources
student learning and a positive learning environment
 Launched a science club for girls to enable them to further References
explore various careers in science and to further the study Dr. Kathy Cunningham – Tucker MS-Principal
scientific phenomena.
 Active team member that partake in roles such as RTI liaison, Christopher Smith – Tucker MS - 8th Grade
Attendance Coordinator and Field Trip Coordinator. Assistant Principal

Team 8M and Science Department Colleagues

Tucker Middle School
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Student Teacher/NET-Q Residency Program 2013-2014
6th Grade Earth Science (1 year) Contact Details
Theresa Williams
The Network for Enhancing Teacher Quality (NET-Q) Grant is a 2376 Country Club Dr., Conyers GA 30013
Teacher Quality Partnership Initiative funded by the USDOE and T: 678-313-2140
housed at Georgia State University. This project supports selected E: Theresa_a_williams@dekalbschoolsga.org
teacher candidates as they earn their teaching certification and Masters
degree in a shortage area in urban schools. Candidates complete a year-
long teaching residency that provides them with a comprehensive set of
teaching experiences.

 Conducted action research to test specific strategies for

learning.

Dekalb County School District

Substitute Teacher (All Grades) 2007-2013
 Managed classroom environment and facilitated lessons
according to prearranged plans.
 Worked with students to reinforce learning objectives.