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:
[email protected]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.
