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Leadership.
Scholarship.
Citizenship.
Community Service.
Read about your Carter Commumnity School Faculty and Staff here. We surveyed them to find out what colleges they have attended how long they have been in education and what they have taught in the past.
Here you will find their experiences at Carter and a bit about their hobbies. Enjoy!
Which college institution did you attend?
NCCU
City, State?
Durham, NC
How many years have you been teaching?
3
What grade levels have you taught?
Middle School
What has your experience been here, at Carter?
My experience here has been good. I enjoy making a difference in the lives of children. It has given me an opportunity to build great relationships as well.
What are some interesting facts about you or things that you like? Include any favorite hobbies!
I love to spend time with my wife and kids. That is what I look forward to the most on a daily basis, next to serving GOD. I enjoy basketball, football, fishing, watching movies and coaching.
Which college institution did you attend?
Mount Olive College
City, State?
Durham, NC
What has your experience been here, at Carter?
I've enjoyed helping staff, parents, and students for three years. I've gained knowledge on how to provide quality customer service to all. Staff has been very supportive to me and sincere about teaching our students.
What are some interesting facts about you or things that you like? Include any favorite hobbies!
I love to Minister to people and to pray with them at that moment. Children bless me with their presence and I love them. I try to encourage people that I meet and I try to be positive in most situations. I enjoy traveling with my family and gospel choir.
Staff Bios
Which college institution did you attend?
UNC-Chapel Hill
City, State?
Chapel Hill,l North Carolina
How many years have you been teaching?
14
What grade levels have you taught?
Kindergarten and K-5 Literacy Coach
What has your experience been here, at Carter?
Janeia Knox has taught at Carter Community School for 14 years. She taught for 5 years as a kindergarten teacher and has spent the past 9 years as a K -5 literacy coach. She currently serves as the Co-chair person of the School Improvement Team, Assistant Test Coordinator, and 3rd-5th Grade PLC leader.
What are some interesting facts about you or things that you like? Include any favorite hobbies!
Janeia enjoys shopping, traveling with her family and watching NFL football and College basketball.
Which college institution did you attend?
North Carolina A&T State University /Durham Technical Community College
City, State?
Durham, NC
How many years have you been teaching?
14
What grade levels have you taught?
K-8 Computers
What has your experience been here, at Carter?
I've had a great experience here at Carter. I have see the school grow tremendously over my years here. The school is going in positive direction and I have seen the kids who have attended the school since Kindergarten and go on to graduate and excel in high school and go on to college.
What are some interesting facts about you or things that you like? Include any favorite hobbies!
A interesting fact about me is that I am a twin. I like everything that has to do with technology and science fiction. I am into Japanese and Asian culture and history and plan on traveling there some time in the future. My favorite hobbies are going to the movies, collection antique swords and working on technology equipment.
Which college institution did you attend?
Virginia State University
City, State?
Petersburg, Va
How many years have you been teaching?
6
What grade levels have you taught?
PK-8
What has your experience been here, at Carter?
Family atmosphere and wonderful people from the minute I have arrived here. My skills have been utilized from the start and I feel that I am able to progress not only as a teacher but also in understanding in greater detail what my strengths and limitations are and how I can improve them. In short it has been great.
What are some interesting facts about you or things that you like? Include any favorite hobbies!
I have helped run an art gallery, presented and sold art. I am a sports junkie who listens to, watches, and reads sports on a daily basis. My favorite college team is Michigan (Go Blue!), NFL is the Pittsburgh Steelers, and in the NBA is the Chicago Bulls. In addition to those sports I love boxing!
If I am not watching sports then I am reading. Currently I am trying to finish the entire Sherlock Holmes series.
Which college institution did you attend?
St. Paul's College, Norfolk State University, Western Carolina State University
How many years have you been teaching?
9 years
What grade levels have you taught?
K-8 and 9-12
What has your experience been here, at Carter?
I enjoy working with students, parents, teachers and community members.
What are some interesting facts about you or things that you like? Include any favorite hobbies!
I am a native of Paterson, New Jersey.
Which college institution did you attend?
Elizabeth City State University
City, State?
Elizabeth City, North Carolina
How many years have you been teaching?
1
What grade levels have you taught?
K-8
What has your experience been here, at Carter?
Carter is a wonderful school with a staff that truly cares about every student. With true teamwork and more technology being brought to the table the limits are endless for our school.
What are some interesting facts about you or things that you like? Include any favorite hobbies!
I played football and baseball while attending Elizabeth City State University. I love sports and hanging out with my family.
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Which college institution did you attend?
East Carolina University
City, State?
Greenville, NC
How many years have you been teaching?
2
What grade levels have you taught?
2nd, 1-2 combination, 3-4 combination
What has your experience been here, at Carter?
I am a new teacher here but look forward to leadership opportunities that may arrive.
What are some interesting facts about you or things that you like? Include any favorite hobbies!
My favorite things to do (other than teach) are reading, going to movies, doing just about anything outside in nature and having tea parties with my three year old daughter.
Eva Barr
Second Grade Assistant
EMAIL NEEDED@carterschool.org
Which college institution did you attend?
University of North Texas
City, State?
Denton, NC
How many years have you been teaching?
8
What grade levels have you taught?
1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 2/3 combo, and 4/5 combo
What has your experience been here, at Carter?
I have been at Carter for 8 years and I love it! My students, co-workers, and parents have become my family. Every year I look forward to the students I will get and the interactions I will have with my co-workers. I have learned so much and I have grown as an educator and as a person. I look forward too what the future holds!
What are some interesting facts about you or things that you like? Include any favorite hobbies!
I love to read, write, draw, travel, shop, and spending time with my family! One of the things people find funny about me is my sense of humor and the fact that I get lost often.
Which college institution did you attend?
North Carolina Central University
City, State?
Durham, NC
How many years have you been teaching?
4 1/2 years
What grade levels have you taught?
I have taught 4/5 Language Arts class and currently co-teaching 4th grade English Language Arts and Science
What has your experience been here, at Carter?
My experience has helped me grow as an educator and a teacher. I have worked with some amazing people in order to make myself a well-rounded person. I love that I can collaborate my vision for students with my colleagues on a daily basis. The administration is always willing to assist in any means necessary to support in my efforts to grow professionally.
What are some interesting facts about you or things that you like? Include any favorite hobbies!
I am originally from Kodiak, Alaska. I lived there for 9 years. I like to read in my spare time, go shopping, and spend quality time with my family. Some of my fears are spiders and heights.
Which college institution did you attend?
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, North Carolina State University
City, State?
Chapel Hill, NC
How many years have you been teaching?
This is my 1st year
What grade levels have you taught?
Substitute taught for Wake County 2 years
What has your experience been here, at Carter?
I hope to learn and grow alongside my students as we work together to better ourselves and develop as life-long learners! I am excited to work with a great group of supportive people.
What are some interesting facts about you or things that you like? Include any favorite hobbies!
I love crafting! I cross stitch, sew, crochet, I'm always looking for a new craft to try. I play the piano and have for about 16 years. I love to travel, and I met my fiancé while I was studying abroad in Florence, Italy! I love to read, especially about adventures and history.
Daniel Keegan
Third Grade Assistant
EMAIL NEEDED@carterschool.org
Which college institution did you attend?
Elizabeth City State University
City, State?
Elizabeth City, NC
How many years have you been teaching?
5
What grade levels have you taught?
6-8
What has your experience been here, at Carter?
My experience at Cater has been wonderful. I started working at Carter in January and was immediately welcomed by staff, which made my transition into a new school easier. It is inspiring to see the amount of dedication shown towards the students at Carter and I am pleased to be part of a great team.
What are some interesting facts about you or things that you like? Include any favorite hobbies!
Some interesting facts about me are that I like to swim, cook, dance, and spend time with my family. I am also learning how to speak Spanish fluently.
Which college institution did you attend?
Durham Technical Community College
City, State?
Durham, North Carolina
How many years have you been teaching?
Thirteen years
What grade levels have you taught?
K-8
What has your experience been here, at Carter?
He has worked at Carter Community School for all thirteen of those years. He has attended Borough of Manhattan Community College, in New York. Mr. Jackson has also attended Durham Technical Community College and holds an Associate Degree in Liberal Arts. He worked for five years at El Centro Hispano of Durham in the evening ESL program.
At Carter, Mr. Jackson began working as a Teacher Assistant in 1999. He originally worked with the Sixth Grade. Since that time, he has worked in the Second, Fifth, and First Grades. For approximately seven years he has screened and administered the Testing of L.E.P. students. Mr. Jackson has taught Science in Elementary School and Middle School, Beginning Spanish in Middle and Elementary, and is now teaching Music and Art in Elementary. As a member of the School Safety Team, he has worked along side others who coordinate safety and security procedures, fire and emergency drills, and facilitating staff training in CPR and First Aid by outside agencies. He continues to support the staff in several capacities.
What are some interesting facts about you or things that you like? Include any favorite hobbies!
I really enjoy playing the drums, exercise, practicing and improving my Spanish, reading, working with The Youth Missionaries and Soul Patrol at Union Baptist Church, and I am presently seriously learning to play the piano.
Which college institution did you attend?
Penn State University
City, State?
State College, PA
How many years have you been teaching?
This will be my 3rd year of teaching
What grade levels have you taught?
6th Grade Math and Science
What has your experience been here, at Carter?
My experiences at Carter have been very inspiring and beneficial to my teaching and professional careers. I feel like I have grown a lot and made major strides and improvements as both a teacher and as a person. I am truly looking forward to making my 3rd year at Carter the best one yet!
What are some interesting facts about you or things that you like? Include any favorite hobbies!
I love all sports, especially football, basketball and soccer. I love Math and Science and just learning new things in general. I also love to travel and see new places and especially love spending time at the beach.
Which college institution did you attend?
North Carolina Central University
City, State?
Durham, North Carolina
How many years have you been teaching?
8 years
What grade levels have you taught?
6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Mathematics
What has your experience been here, at Carter?
There is a saying that says, "teaching middle school is not a job but a adventure". Each year I have been given the great pleasure to embark on a journey with students from different backgrounds and personalities.
By the end of each school year I have witness so many students grow and mentalities change towards mathematics; as well as growths emotionally and socially. If this isn't enough to love your job I'm not sure know what is.
What are some interesting facts about you or things that you like? Include any favorite hobbies!
Many people don't know that I am a avid fan of the arts, from poetry to painting. I have always had an appreciation and love for music as well, so much so that I am learning to play the guitar. I love reading and learning about any and everything and i am also a sports fan. Go Redskins.
Which college institution did you attend?
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
City, State?
Charlotte, NC
How many years have you been teaching?
8 years
What grade levels have you taught?
7th-8th grade Science
What has your experience been here, at Carter?
I have had so many wonderful experiences here at Carter Community School. I have been able to see my students grow and exceed the goals they set for themselves time and time again. I have the luxury of being supported by great coworkers who I can truly call my teammates and family. They culture of the school has always been a warm and welcoming feel. I love teaching at Carter Community School!
What are some interesting facts about you or things that you like? Include any favorite hobbies!
I love sports ( volleyball, basketball, track, football). I am a fan of playing with my students during recess. I love to travel, spend time with my family (2 dogs Xavier and Silas).
Which college institution did you attend?
Ohio University
City, State?
Athens, Ohio
How many years have you been teaching?
4
What grade levels have you taught?
Middle School
What has your experience been here, at Carter?
I would like for Carter to become the #1 choice of Durham students.
What are some interesting facts about you or things that you like? Include any favorite hobbies!
When I'm not working (rarely), I enjoy reading Non-Fiction Books.
Which college institution did you attend?
Safe Haven Bible College, Walden University
How many years have you been teaching?
10 years
What grade levels have you taught?
K-8
What has your experience been here, at Carter?
My experiences here at Carter Community School has been that of a warm and loving enviornment. I am thrilled to be a part of a school that has such a rich culture and passion for the Arts. I am proud to walk in the role of Arts Coordinator and look forward to many events such as the "Night at the Museum" and "Christmas Around the World." Carter has truly embraced teaching the whole child and I am greatful to be apart of the staff.
What are some interesting facts about you or things that you like? Include any favorite hobbies!
Ms. Tyler has performed in many plays and dance recitals as well as holds an endorsement in Gifted Education, and coordinates the Talented and Gifted Program at the Trinity School of Dance. Ms. Tyler holds memberships in several professional organizations, including the Durham Arts Council, Teachers of the Arts Association, Arts in Action of Chapel Hill, and J Weeks Entertainment.
Which college institution did you attend?
Virginia Union University
City, State?
Richmond, VA
How many years have you been teaching?
15 years
What grade levels have you taught?
6-8 Language Arts and 6-8 Literacy Coach
What has your experience been here, at Carter?
I enjoy stimulating the minds of middle school students. Helping them learn it's okay if you experience setbacks, and guiding them to find a new innovative idea for challenging learning experiences. These daily practices leave me with a smile on my face when a student masters a concept.
What are some interesting facts about you or things that you like? Include any favorite hobbies!
I am third generation teacher. I am the only one in my family to teach middle school. I love to read and travel