Emilie Morris
Newport News
Summary
Multifaceted educator with experience in Hampton City Schools, excelling in classroom management and fostering strong parent-teacher communication. Enhanced student engagement through innovative lesson planning and technology integration, while mentoring new teachers and contributing to curriculum development. Committed to promoting social-emotional learning and continuous professional growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Hampton City Schools
08.2015 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate positive ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
Education
M.S. Ed - Elementary Education
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA05-2007
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA05-2001
Skills
- Excellent classroom management
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Curriculum implementation
- Small group instruction
- Technology integration
- Classroom technology
- Social-emotional learning - Elementary Climate and Culture Coach
- Flexible and adaptive
Virginia Literacy Partnerships - Evidence-Based Literacy Instruction K-5 Teachers
I completed this required training in March 2025
Timeline
Teacher
Hampton City Schools
08.2015 - Current
M.S. Ed - Elementary Education
Old Dominion University
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Old Dominion University
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