Calvin Hall
Monroe
Summary
Dedicated and student-focused teaching professional who is committed to providing a well-balanced, supportive, and engaging learning environment for all students. Aptitude to remain flexible, ensuring that every child’s learning style and abilities are addressed. Hardworking and trusted educator who strives to collaborate with all members of the school community to meet the needs of students and promote the philosophy of the school.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Education 1-5 Grade
Ouachita Parish School Board
08.2010 - Current
- Used effective classroom management skills to teach 2nd, 3rd and 4th grade students’ skills to develop a strong academic foundation.
- Developed innovative approaches that were repeatedly held up as the model standard for meeting district goals in areas including technology integration across the curriculum, experiential learning, literacy and diversity.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators/staff.
- Communicate with parents on a regular basis, via annual assessments, quarterly meetings, monthly phone conversations.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
Substitute Teacher
Ouachita Parish School Board
08.2006 - 07.2010
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
- Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans for students with challenging behavior.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
- Prepared objectives and outlines for courses of study by following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.
- Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
- Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction.
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership And Management
Louisiana State University
Shreveport, LA07-2023
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Louisiana Tech University
Ruston, LA08-2014
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
University of Louisiana Monroe
Monroe, LA07-2006
Skills
- Ability to teach the lessons in an interesting manner so that the students see the logic and retain the information
- Knowledge of Classroom Management & Discipline
- Ability to develop Instructional Best Practices & Curriculum Development
- Ability to motivate the children, so that they will consider themselves a special personality
- Understanding Individualized Education Programs
- Excellent communication skills and ability to mix with children effortlessly
- Inquiry Based Learning & Differentiation
- Student Instruction & Learning Practices
- Oral & Written Communication
- Classroom Dynamics & Management
- Innovative Curriculum Development
- Leadership & Initiative
- SMARTBoard & Technology Utilization
- Personal & Academic Student Development
Accomplishments
- Community youth football and baseball coach for 15 years. Have instructed and mentored students and players from all school environment in Ouachita Parish.
- Received 2-time 3A-Allstate awards in highschool football and baseball from Benton Highschool.
- Received a full athletic scholarship to the University of Louisiana Monroe after highschool graduation.
Certification
- Certified Elementary Education, Ouachita Parish School Board
2010-2025
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Elementary Education 1-5 Grade
Ouachita Parish School Board
08.2010 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Ouachita Parish School Board
08.2006 - 07.2010
Master of Science - Educational Leadership And Management
Louisiana State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Louisiana Tech University
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
University of Louisiana Monroe
QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
- Proven track record of improving the progress of struggling students and increasing class test scores
- Recognized for ability to increase student participation and motivation in learning through engaging lessons and activities.
- Technical skills: Adept with Microsoft Office and SMART Board Lesson Development
Summary of Qualifications
- Demonstrate ability to interact and communicate effectively with both children and adults.
- Remarkable ability to build good working relationships with both children and adults. This includes being able to give respect and understanding to all children and their families, whatever their cultural background.
- Deep interest and joy in working with children.
- Sound knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation.
- 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/remediate student performance.