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Nina Becton

ninasbecton@gmail.com

Career Objective
A position as an educator that will utilize my knowledge of various subjects and effective instructional methods to
create a supportive learning environment in which children of all levels can achieve.

Education & Licensure


Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, May 2004
University of Georgia, Athens, GA
Master of Education in Elementary Education, May 2011
Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA
English Language Learners Endorsement Prep Program, May 2014
Western Governors University, Salt Lake City, UT
Licensure: Professional Postgraduate License with Elementary Education Pre-K-6 endorsement

Teaching Experience
4th Grade Teacher, September 2011- June 2012
Popps Ferry Elementary School, Biloxi, MS
Created developmentally appropriate lesson plans that incorporated multiple teaching methods including
direct instruction, cooperative learning, and hands-on projects
Implemented intervention strategies for students who were performing below grade level expectations
Conducted parent teacher conferences to discuss student progress and provide parents with strategies to
improve student performance
1st Grade Student Teacher, February 2011- May 2011
Dreamkeepers Academy, Norfolk, VA
Adapted lesson plans to fit classrooms strengths and weaknesses while providing differentiation for
individual leaner needs
Created and utilized authentic assessments based on state and national standards
Communicated with students, parents, and other teachers to support student learning
Integrated various classroom management techniques in order to maintain order in the classroom
5th Grade Student Teacher, January 2011- February 2011
Tallwood Elementary School, Virginia Beach, VA
Planned and implemented engaging and challenging lesson plans to meet students various levels of learning
Evaluated and monitored students using researched-based methods of assessment
Collaborated with grade level teachers to develop cross-curricular activities using technology and media
resources to enhance student learning
Communicated weekly with parents regarding academic progress and classroom behavior in an effort to
create and support a positive learning environment
3rd Grade Teacher, September 2007-June 2008
Hendrix Drive Elementary School, Forest Park, GA
Prepared and presented daily lesson plans in all subject areas
Provided individual instructional support for ELL students and students identified as learning disabled
Participated in faculty meetings and district wide in-service programs
Designed and implemented a positive reward system to foster appropriate behavior in the classroom

Nina Becton

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Additional Work Experience
Product Specialist, December 2008-October 2009
Direct Buy Corporation, Gaithersburg, MD
Showroom Consultant, August 2004- August 2007
Ferguson Enterprises, Atlanta, GA

Awards and Professional Development


Deans List, 2001-2004
Deans Scholarship, 2010-2011
Promethean Board Professional Development Seminar, 2011
Formative Assessments in Science Professional Development Seminar, 2011

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