Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Professional Development
Community Service Volunteer Experience
Hobbies and Interests
Timeline
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Tracy Carter

Tracy Carter

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated elementary teacher committed to fostering a love for learning and unlocking each student's unique potential. Expertise in cultivating engaging classroom environments and implementing positive behavioral strategies that promote student growth and development. Recognized for building strong relationships with students and colleagues, complemented by an analytical mindset and sound decision-making abilities. Passionate about creating inclusive educational experiences that inspire curiosity and encourage lifelong learning.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Classroom Teacher

GEMS American Academy
08.2024 - Current


  • Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
  • Administered quizzes and tests to assess student understanding of material.
  • Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.

Classroom Teacher

St. Winifred's School
08.2021 - 07.2024
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
  • Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.

Classroom Teacher

American International School of Egypt
08.2018 - 07.2021


  • Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
  • Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • 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.
  • Created an afterschool activity for elementary aged students.

Learning Support Teacher

St. Winifred's School
08.2017 - 07.2018
  • Planned, developed and implemented curriculum for students needing extra support to meet grade level expectations from grades 1 – 3.
  • Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
  • Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.

Classroom Teacher

American International School of Egypt
08.2015 - 06.2017


  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Developed learning objectives for each subject area to quantify learning and set benchmarks.
  • Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • 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.
  • Created an afterschool activity for elementary aged students.

Classroom Teacher

St. Winifred's School
09.2005 - 07.2015


  • Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Assisted in the Guidance program doing large group guidance within the Junior School (grades 2 - 5).

Classroom Teacher

Peter Pan Nursery School
09.2004 - 07.2005
  • Planned, developed and implemented curriculum for pre-K students.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.

Classroom Teacher

San Carlos Park Elementary School
08.2003 - 05.2004
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.

Reading Assistant

San Carlos Park Elementary School
08.2002 - 05.2003
  • Assisted students with reading difficulties.
  • Conducted small group instruction and individual assistance with reading and math.
  • Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.

Sales Associate

Burlington Coat Factory Distribution Center
12.1997 - 07.2002
  • Part time employment in the Retail Industry, Sales & Customer service, while pursuing my degrees.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.

Education

Master of Education - Educational Counseling

Florida Gulf Coast University
Fort Myers, Florida
05.2004

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Florida Gulf Coast University
Fort Myers, Florida
12.2000

Associates Degree - English Literature and Sociology

Barbados Community College
09.1997

Skills

  • Grading procedures
  • Multimedia integration
  • Standardized tests
  • Grading protocols
  • Instructional strategies
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Core subject instruction
  • Classroom management
  • Team collaboration
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Student motivation

Accomplishments

  • Florida Teacher Certification, Completed the examinations with passing results to achieve teacher certification for the State of Florida, USA.
  • TES, Wrote an article in Teslife Magazine – A Day in the Life of an International Teacher, 2016-11-11
  • Barbados Community College
  • St. Winifred's School

Professional Development

  • 2023-08-01, Shifting Your Focus to the Science of Reading Course, 3hr College Credits through American College of Education, A
  • 2022-08-01, Supporting Struggling Students through High Leverage Practices Course, 3hr College Credits through American College of Education, A
  • 2020-03-01, Positive Discipline Course, Certification in Positive Discipline in the classroom
  • 2017-01-01, International Baccalaureate Conference, PYP Category One – Making the PYP Happen in the Classroom
  • 2016-06-01, Government of South Australia, Department for Education and Child Development, Teacher Development Course – Teaching ESL students in mainstream classroom: Language across the curriculum, Passing
  • 2011-04-01, The Open University, Module SK124 Understanding the autism spectrum, Passing

Community Service Volunteer Experience

  • 2004-01-01, San Carlos Park Elementary School, Conducted individual, small group and large guidance counseling with students ages 5-12. Co-led parent and teacher meetings. Shadowed school counselor in her tasks and paper work.
  • 2003-01-01, PACE Center for girls, Conducted group session with at risk students ages 14-17.
  • 2002-01-01, Florida Gulf Coast University, Assisted freshman students in the Career Development Center with career choices, selection of majors, class selections and individual counseling.
  • 2000-01-01, Florida Gulf Coast University, Helped paint a house in Naples, Fl for a disadvantaged family.
  • 2000-01-01, Florida Gulf Coast University, Volunteered at the Family Resource Center on FGCU campus and worked in the toddler room. Assisted in feeding, entertaining and putting the toddlers to rest.
  • 1999-01-01, Florida Gulf Coast University, March of Dimes Walk America. Raised over $100 and participated in the walk.

Hobbies and Interests

  • Reading
  • Traveling
  • Distance Running (5 Ks)
  • Spending quality time with family and friends
  • Cooking
  • Exercising

Timeline

Classroom Teacher

GEMS American Academy
08.2024 - Current

Classroom Teacher

St. Winifred's School
08.2021 - 07.2024

Classroom Teacher

American International School of Egypt
08.2018 - 07.2021

Learning Support Teacher

St. Winifred's School
08.2017 - 07.2018

Classroom Teacher

American International School of Egypt
08.2015 - 06.2017

Classroom Teacher

St. Winifred's School
09.2005 - 07.2015

Classroom Teacher

Peter Pan Nursery School
09.2004 - 07.2005

Classroom Teacher

San Carlos Park Elementary School
08.2003 - 05.2004

Reading Assistant

San Carlos Park Elementary School
08.2002 - 05.2003

Sales Associate

Burlington Coat Factory Distribution Center
12.1997 - 07.2002

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Florida Gulf Coast University

Associates Degree - English Literature and Sociology

Barbados Community College

Master of Education - Educational Counseling

Florida Gulf Coast University
Tracy Carter