1. Phoebe Brown
Germantown, TN 38138
(901) 258-1759 mobile
Phoebelynnbrown@gmail.com
SUMMARY: Early Childhood Educator with vast teaching experience at multiple grade levels and in
multiple disciplines; extensive knowledge of the Common Core Standards, TCAP, and more; skilled in
the use of Accelerated Reader (AR); proven success engaging students to reach their full potential;
strong relationship building skills; trusted leader and trainer, educating teachers on innovative
teaching methods and teaching protocol to enhance students education and experience
LICENSURE: Early Childhood Education, PreK-3
TEACHING EXPERIENCE:
Third Grade, Second Grade, & Kindergarten Teacher 2006-Present
Southwind Elementary School (Shelby County Schools) Memphis, TN
• Teach all content areas, coordinate parent teacher conferences on a monthly basis, create
and implement lesson plans customized to suit the learning objectives; organize Open House
and other classroom activities
• Lead Teacher in charge of Accelerated Reader (AR) program for second and third grade
• Active member and contributor of school-wide AR program committee
• Engage, encourage, and maintain a constant flow of communication between parents, school
administrators, Special Education teachers, and students to ensure learning potential is met or
exceeded
• Educate and train colleagues on the effective implementation of Common Core Reading
Standard
• Facilitate daily use of Responsive Classroom and Morning Meeting to ensure a climate of
respect and trust is present at all times and that students feel safe to take risks and learn from
mistakes
• Second Grade Level Chairperson; in charge of weekly presentations to colleagues on new
teaching initiatives, customized to specific grade objectives
• Partner with education leaders in the school system to develop new strategies and practices
• Proactively entered all classes (grades 1 - 5) into the AR database to ensure school could
begin using the program the first week of school
• Instruct students on the composition of TCAPs and administered TCAPS, DEA, I-Station, I-
Ready, and STAR Reading
Second Grade & Kindergarten Teacher 1999-2006
Alcy Elementary School (Memphis City Schools) Memphis, TN
• Utilized multiple teaching methods to expand the range and depth of learning for all students;
worked one-on-one with students and differentiated instruction to meet individual student
needs; collaborated with the Special Education Teacher to ensure academic needs were being
met for individual students
• Served as the Social Studies Planning Grade Chair, which included creating lesson plans,
developing pacing guides, and ensuring all objectives were taught for the grade level
• Attended district learning conferences and presented new teaching methods and goals to
other teachers
• Participated in multiple school committees to increase student productivity and proficiency in
subject areas of reading and mathematics; Second Grade Level Chairperson (2002-2004)
• Administered K2 Assessment (SAT 10) & DIBELS
2. Phoebe Brown
Germantown, TN 38138
(901) 258-1759 mobile
Phoebelynnbrown@gmail.com
HONORS & RECOGNITION:
• Grand Prize, Memphis/Shelby County Science Fair, 2006-2007
• Accelerated Reader (AR) Award, Most Points, 2009-Present
RELATED LEADERSHIP ROLES:
Actively involved in extracurricular education-based volunteer activities, including but not limited to:
• Sports Concession Management,
Germantown High School (2007-2010); Houston High School (2014)
Responsibilities included managing and training volunteers; cash management; coordination with
school administration, student athletes, and booster club
• Cheer Banquet Manager, 2011
Responsibilities included volunteer management, design of collateral and recognition prizes
• Golf Tournament Fundraiser, 2010
Responsibilities included long term event planning, event organization, solicitation of donations
EDUCATION:
University of Memphis Master of Arts Degree in Teaching (MAT)
Memphis, TN Early Childhood Education (PreK-3)
• Graduated Magna Cum Laude, 3.8 GPA
• Kappa Delta Pi Member, International Honor Society in Education
University of Memphis Bachelors of Arts Degree, Sociology
Memphis, TN
TECHNOLOGY SKILLS: Microsoft Office Suite, I-Web, Weebly.com, Accelerated Reader
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