Vickers, James D.

607 Wateree Drive| Charleston, SC 29407| (843) 303-0053| jdvicker@g.cofc.edu

Career Objectives: To build a long-term career as a middle grades English/Social Studies teacher with
opportunities for career growth and to keep up with the cutting edge of teaching
technologies.
EDUCATION:

Candidate for a Bachelor of Science Degree in Middle Grades Education with a

concentration in English and Social Studies, College of Charleston, Charleston, SC,
anticipated graduate date, May 2015.

Employment:

[Related Coursework: Language and Literacy Development, Integrating Technology

into Teaching, Meeting Needs of Diverse Learners, Middle School Organization and
Curriculum, Reading/ Learning Strategies Grades 2-8, Teaching Social Studies
Grades 2-8]

Student Ambassador- College of Charleston, Charleston, SC

Recruited minority students.

Developed ideas and programs aimed at increasing the influence of Charleston
towards minority students.

Upward Bound- College of Charleston, Charleston, SC

Experience:

Facilitated and monitored students while on college tours and cultural/educational

experiences

Fall 2014

Constructed lesson plans, taught, and observed an English class in the area of myths,
fables, and legends.

Merrington Middle School of Arts- Goose Creek, SC

Spring 2014

Constructed lesson plans and taught/observed Social Studies class in the area of the
Renaissance Era

Haut Gap Middle School- Johns Island, SC

Spring 2013- Present

Provided additional instruction, tutoring, and homework help to students in high

school
Test prep assistance for HSAP, ACT, and SAT

Sangaree Middle School- North Charleston, SC

Fall 2010-Present

Spring 2015- Present

Implement English curriculum, incorporating South Carolinas Common Core State

Standards into lesson planning
Administer successful proactive classroom management plan, demonstrating effective
behavior management with diverse students

Develop strong relationships and communication with parents from varied

backgrounds through email, face-to-face contact

Differentiate instruction to meet all needs, including students with IEPs and 504s