Cornelia Bryant
Ridgeland
Summary
Accomplished Teacher with a strong focus on fostering student engagement and implementing interactive curriculum strategies. Effectively managed classroom behavior and established a supportive learning environment, contributing to the academic growth of diverse student populations while nurturing positive relationships with students and colleagues.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Hinds County School District
Raymond
08.2020 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to support their successful adaptation to teaching roles.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Implemented classroom management plan that minimized disruptions, fostering a more effective learning environment.
Teacher
Jackson Public School District
Jackson
08.2005 - 05.2018
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, enabling each student to achieve their potential.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through interactive teaching methods, including group projects and hands-on activities, resulting in increased student participation.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Collaborated with teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects, fostering deeper understanding among students.
Education
Specialist - Education Administration
Belhaven University
Jackson, MS05-2026
Master of Arts - Education
Mississippi College
Clinton, MS05-2008
Bachelor of Science - Paralegal Studies
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS05-1995
Skills
- Classroom instruction
- Curriculum implementation
- Assessment strategies
- Student assessment
- Standardized testing
- Data-driven instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Group instruction
- Subject expertise
- Data analysis
- Testing techniques
- Serving diverse communities
- Faculty collaboration
- Student engagement
- Role model
Accomplishments
- Named District Mentor at Hinds County School District in 2024.
- Named Social Studies Department Chairperson at Raymond High School in 2024-2025.
- Member of the Leadership Team Raymond High School in 2024-2025.
- Star Teacher Recipient in 2026
Certification
Social Studies and English 7-12
Certifications
06-2026
References
Available upon request.
2023-24 Teacher of the Year, Raymond High School
I won Teacher of the Year at Raymond High School based on my work in United States History in the prior school year.
Personal Information
Title: Renee
Timeline
Teacher
Hinds County School District
08.2020 - Current
Teacher
Jackson Public School District
08.2005 - 05.2018
Specialist - Education Administration
Belhaven University
Master of Arts - Education
Mississippi College
Bachelor of Science - Paralegal Studies
University of Southern Mississippi