CRYSTAL L.

MCCLAIN
309 Falling Timber Ct. ~ Stockbridge, GA 30281 ~ (770) 369-7234 ~ crystalmcc14@yahoo.com

Objective
To secure a secondary Language Arts teaching position in a progressive school district committed to promoting academic and social
development for diverse 21
st
century learners

Education
Ed. D Educational Leadership/Educational Technology, University of Phoenix, Expected May 2017, GPA: 3.97
M.A.Ed. Secondary Teaching, University of Phoenix, January 2012
B. A. English, Clayton State University, December 2009

Certification
Georgia Teaching Certificate in English 6-12; Eligible for Georgia endorsement for Special Education Reading, Language Arts, and
Social Studies P-12.

Teaching Experience
Title I Contact/ELA Teacher: Eastside High School August 2012-May 2014
Assistant Principal: Dr. Gloria Griffith
Launched Title I Targeted Assistance programreading emphasisthrough districts first Communication Skills course
(ELA elective). Designed and implemented differentiated lessons integrating technology to engage and motivate at-risk
students. Planned, conducted, and catalogued parental involvement meetings focused on student success. Communicated
and assisted principal, school, the District Parent Involvement Coordinator and the Title I Director to collect the
documentation required for Title I compliance. Assisted principal with collection of documentation of required Title I
meetings with faculty and/or parents. Assisted principal with updating the School Improvement Plan. Provided after-school
tutoring focused on preparation for the 9
th
Grade Literature and Composition EOCT.

Student Teacher: North Clayton High School September 2011-December 2011
Cooperating Teacher: Mrs. Carolyn Ashford
Taught 9
th
, 10
th
, 11
th
, and 12
th
grade English including American Literature, British Literature, and reading support.
Collaborated with Language Arts team to create differentiated lessons that incorporated flexible grouping and specific
adaptations for students with special needs; coordinated planning with special education, ESL, honors, and advanced
placement instructors. Developed, implemented, and assessed units on Nonfiction (9
th
), A Critical Analysis of Literature,
Life, and Every Theme (10
th
), Revolutionary Themes in Revolutionary Literature (11
th
), and Medieval Texts (12
th
).
Participated actively in staff meetings, addressing problems including staff cooperation, community support, and instructional
strategies to meet district performance goals.

GED Teacher: Victory in Education/World Changers Church International September 2009-Present
Program Coordinator: Ms. Antoinette Sibley
Assume full control of classroom by assisting members of the community to develop basic skills necessary to pass the high
school equivalency diploma examination. Responsible for planning and presenting weekly comprehensive lesson plans.
Administer formative assessments to diagnose and monitor student progression. Collaborate with program coordinator to
develop individualized plans of action for diverse students.

Related Experience
Substitute Teacher: Clayton County Public School System February 2012-June 2012
Writing Tutor: The Writers Studio/Clayton State University August 2009-December 2009
Licensed Child Care Provider: Love Unlimited, Inc. October 2003-March 2005

Leadership
Member, Eastside High School Leadership Team
Member, Eastside High School Design Team
Member, Eastside High School Technology Team

Professional Development
Title I Compliance Training, presented by Dr. Shelia Thomas, Covington, GA
GaTEC2013-Georgia Educational Technology Conference, Atlanta, GA
Teach for Tomorrow Technology Conference, presented by Newton County School System (presenter), Covington, GA
Georgia Department of Education TKES Training, presented by Jeff Cher


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Technology Skills
Software: Microsoft 2010 ; Mac OS X; Kodak Easy Share; Nikon View 5; Power Grade Electronic Gradebook; Infinite Campus
Multi-Media: Voki; Prezi; PowerPoint; video equipment; NBC Learn





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