Beverly M.

Thomas
Contact:
P. O. Box 79265, Atlanta, GA 30357
bfmthomas@yahoo.com
404-984-3870 (cell)

PROFILE
Experienced, caring, organized, resourceful, and dependable educator dedicated to helping students reach personal and
academic potentials; Over 20 years of combined experience as a classroom teacher and of adult learners online

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Science, Alcorn State University (Business Education)
Masters, Houston Baptist University (Liberal Arts)
Georgia Clear/Renewable Teaching Certificate-L5, Business Education (valid through 2019)
Texas Teaching Certificate, Business Composite (Lifetime)

TEACHING EXPERIENCE (1998-2015)

Business Education Teacher
-Cobb County Schools, Marietta, Georgia (School years: 2012-2013; 2014-2015)
-Alief Independent Schools, Houston, Texas (School years: 1998-2009)
Manage and organize professional classrooms to ensure that they are conducive to learning and development; foster
cooperative and respective partnerships with parents/guardians and families of students, work as part of a team of
educators and administrators to carry out the mission and vision of the school while taking advantage of professional
growth opportunities; Some experience as department manager. High school and middle school courses taught have
included: keyboarding, computer applications, business & technology, and business communications

Online Adjunct Instructor (part-time)

-University of Phoenix Online (2005-2012)
Taught liberal arts related courses (including beginning algebra) to adult learners in an asynchronous virtual environment;
created a positive and supportive environment through use of proper communication and effective interpersonal skills;

coached, monitored, and encouraged student engagement; responsible for grading and providing constructive feedback
and monitoring of participation in online discussion forums

AREAS OF TEACHER/INSTRUCTOR PROFICIENCY

-creative and effective lesson planning and design
-effective classroom management and student behavior through rules and procedures establishment
-technology integration using relevant technology to support instruction
-ability to identify/select different instructional resources and methods to meet students' varying needs
-support, counsel, and provide encouragement to students with academic issues
-knowledge and understanding of inclusive education and individualized education plans
-able to apply differentiated instruction to allow all learners to be successful
-consult appropriate school administration and specialists in a timely manner to address the needs of struggling students
-knowledgeable of strategies and practices that promote healthy parent-teacher partnerships
-mentorship and support for new teachers
-monitor and maintain student records and student progress
-distance learning educator and support of adult learners
-management of online class discussion forums

AWARDS/ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Lesson Plan of the Week- Education World Website (2003)
Recognition for Mentorship of University of Houston student teachers (2004-2005)