KELLY HODGE GRANT

1746 Magnolia Avenue Buena Vista, VA 24416 (540)290-4925 grant.kellyhodge@gmail.com

OBJECTIVE

Seeking an elementary education position in order to facilitate student learning in the

areas of math and science.

EDUCATION

James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA

Master of Arts in Teaching: Elementary Education, May 2013
GPA: 4.0
Bachelor of Science, December 2012
Major: Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies Minor: Elementary Education

TEACHING
EXPERIENCE

Fairfield Elementary School, Fairfield, VA

8/2015-Present
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Teacher, 3 Grade Math, Reading, Science, and Social Studies
Fostered a safe learning environment through positive classroom management
strategies.
Collaborated with a Reading Specialist to successfully implement guided reading.
Analyzed sets of student data to drive math and reading instruction.
Implemented a variety of co-teaching strategies within an inclusion classroom setting.
Volunteered for afterschool Homework Help and SOL Academy programs.
Maintained open lines of communication with parents to ensure student success.

Walker Elementary School, Ludowici, GA

8/2014-6/2015
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Teacher, 4 Grade Math and Science
Engaged students of all ability levels in hands-on learning experiences with the use of
instructional technologies.
Administered a variety of assessment tools to drive differentiated math and science
instruction.
Collaborated with a coteacher to effectively meet the needs of a diverse student
population within an inclusion classroom.
Employed classroom management practices to maintain a positive learning
environment.
Mentored a new teacher in areas such as school policies, professionalism, organization,
and unit planning.
Sponsored the Walker Elementary School student council.

KELLY HODGE GRANT

1746 Magnolia Avenue Buena Vista, VA 24416 (540)290-4925 grant.kellyhodge@gmail.com

TEACHING
EXPERIENCE
CONTINUED

Walker Elementary School, Ludowici, GA

08/2013-6/2014
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Teacher, 5 Grade Science and Social Studies
Developed student-centered science and social studies lesson plans to enhance
student learning.
Collaborated effectively on a team with two other educators.
Created a personal organization system for progress monitoring, grade keeping, and
complex scheduling.
Communicated with parents regularly to ensure student success.
Supervised 78 students on a field trip to the Okefenokee Swamp in Waycross, GA.
Pioneered a Google Chromebook program for the Long County School System.

RELATED
EXPERIENCE

Private Tutor, Massanutten, VA

01/2012-05/2012
Tutor, 3 students: age 8, 11, and 16
Adapted homeschooling texts to the individual needs of the students.
Administered formal and informal assessments to check for student understanding.
Employed classroom management techniques to create a positive learning
environment.
Bath County Department of Parks and Recreation
2008 & 2009
Softball Coach, Ages 10-12
Engaged a team of 11 students in knowledge of the sport through drills, models, and
game situations.
Collaborated with an assistant coach to design and implement effective practice
routines.
Mediated difficult situations between players and parents.
Volleyball Coach, Ages 9-12
2007 & 2008
Created strategies to meet the areas of growth within each player.
Designed a carpooling schedule to effectively travel to and from games.
Employed time management skills to maximize practice opportunities.

KELLY HODGE GRANT

1746 Magnolia Avenue Buena Vista, VA 24416 (540)290-4925 grant.kellyhodge@gmail.com

Vicki Stevens
Principal and Elementary Educator
Rockbridge County Public Schools
20 Fairfield School Road
Fairfield, VA 24416
(540)348-5202
vicki_stevens@rockbridge.k12.va.us
Relationship: Principal

Shawn Peek
Principal and Elementary Educator
Long County Public Schools
P.O. Box 769
Ludowici, GA 31316
(912)977-2247
speek@long.k12.ga.us
Relationship: Principal

Jason Mazingo
Elementary Educator
Rockbridge County Public Schools
20 Fairfield School Road
Fairfield, VA 24416
(540)460-5662
jason_mazingo@rockbridge.k12.va.us
Relationship: 3rd Grade Team Teacher

Dr. Jamie Dawson

Assistant Principal
Long County Public Schools
P.O. Box 769
Ludowici, GA 31316
(912)230-9931
jdawson@long.k12.ga.us
Relationship: Assistant Principal

Amy Gill
Elementary Educator
Long County Public Schools
98 ONeal Drive
Hinesville, GA 31313
(912)424-8058
Agill@long.k12.ga.us
Relationship: 4th Grade Coworker

Ronald Fogleman
Math Specialist
Rockbridge County Public Schools
20 Fairfield School Road
Fairfield, VA 24416
(540)348-5202
Ronald_fogleman@rockbridge.k12.va.us
Relationship: Math Specialist Team Teacher