Adebisi Babayemi
Bowie
Summary
Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities, introducing and facilitating projects to enhance learning, and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with team members and families. Focused on supporting students' success, family engagement, and achieving positive results.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
English Language Development Educator
Prince George’s County Public School
Bowie
08.2016 - Current
- Teaching multilingual learners (MLs) the academic language through the language domains (speaking, listening, reading, writing).
- Working with up to 80 MLs in grades K-6, including students with special needs, (2016-2020).
- Working with multilingual learners in 3rd–5th grades, including students with special needs (2020–current).
- Providing resources and classroom strategies to staff members and families.
- Communicating noteworthy information and sharing available opportunities with parents.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse MLs student needs.
Special Education Teacher
Prince George’s County Public Schools
High Bridge
01.2007 - 06.2016
- Taught students with mild and moderate disabilities in a Community-Based Instruction (CBI) setting.
- Worked with students at different instructional levels.
- Effectively taught classes with 6 to 11 students.
- Managed diverse behavior challenges with research-based strategies, and in collaboration with colleagues.
- Maintained family engagement through regular communication, updates, and resource sharing.
Special Education Teacher
Prince George’s County Public Schools
Springhill Lake
01.2006 - 12.2007
- Taught students with mild and moderate disabilities in a Community-Based Instruction (CBI) setting.
- I was able to teach and maintain an orderly, safe environment and manage a class of 7-8 students effectively, even though various behavioral challenges were apparent.
- Maintained family engagement through regular communication, updates, and resource sharing.
Paraprofessional
Prince George’s County Public Schools
Springhill Lake
01.2004 - 12.2006
- Assisted two teachers in a co-ed class of regular (resource) and special education.
- Worked with students with emotional impairment.
- Ran four small groups (4-9 students), teaching Language Arts.
- Supported family engagement, updates and resource sharing.
Dedicated Assistant
Prince George’s County Public Schools
Stephen Decatur
01.2002 - 12.2004
- Worked as a dedicated assistant to students with orthopedic disability and seizures
- Assisted other students in class and worked with the teachers
- Provided families with regular communication, updates, and resource sharing.
Substitute Teacher
Prince George’s County Public Schools
01.2001 - 12.2001
- Worked as a substitute teacher in general and special education classes.
- Taught elementary and middle school students.
Education
Master of Education - Graduate Study in Special Education
Coppin State University
Baltimore, MD05-2008
Doctor of Education - Second Language Instruction
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN09.2026
Some College (No Degree) - Social Emotional Learning Modules
National University
San Diego, CASome College (No Degree) - Professional Development Writing Course-Teaching for Change
Trinity Washington University
Washington, DCSome College (No Degree) - Graduate Courses For ELL Math Teaching
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MDSome College (No Degree) - Graduate Courses For ESOL Certification
George Washington University
Washington, DCSome College (No Degree) - Certification in Art Integration in Education Leadership
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MDPostgraduate Diploma - Textile Design
University of Leeds
Leeds, U.K.06-1984
College Diploma - College Major in Textile Design
Croydon College of Design And Technology
London, U.K.06-1983
Skills
- Multitasking Abilities
- MS office
- Microsoft Word
- Attention to detail
- Organization and time management
- Communication strategies
- Relationship building
- Flexible and adaptable
- Team building
- Team management
- Training & Development
- Family engagement
- Second language instruction
- Special needs support
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Instructional design
- Collaborative teaching
- Educational technology
- Computer skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Customer service
Certifications Awards
- Outstanding Energy Educator award (2025, 2026)
- Bob Thompson Excellence in Energy Award, 2023
- International Green Teacher Award, 2022
- The NEED Project Annual Youth Awards for Energy Achievement, 2019-current
- Suitland Elementary Staff of the Month Award, 2019
- Suitland Elementary Teacher of the Month, 2018
- PGCPS ESOL Department Certificate of Recognition, 2016
- National Board Certified Teacher, 2015
- High Bridge Elementary School’s Teacher of the Year, 2015
- Extraordinary Service Award from SECAC-PG, 2014
- City of Bowie, Maryland, Teacher of the Month, 2014
- High Bridge Elementary Teacher of the Month, 2013
Leadership Experience
- ELD Department Chairperson, 2016-2023, 2026-current
- National Board Certified Teacher (NBCT) Ambassador, 2025-current
- Mentor through MSEA to NBCT Candidates, 2023-current
- Maryland State Department of Education Course Writer for Teacher Candidates, 2022
- PGCPS NBCT Symposium & EdCamp Presenter/Facilitator, 2020-current
- Maryland Green School Award Application Reviewer, 2020-current
- Tutor for Maryland State Educator Association (MSEA) Praxis Program, 2020-current
- PGCPS NBCT Curriculum Writing Team member, 2019-2024
- PGCPS NBCT Workshop Facilitator, 2018-current
- Write-A-Book Sponsor and Judge, 2018- current
- Energy Literacy Facilitator for students and adults, 2018- current
- School–wide Recycling Leadership Team Member, 2017-current
- PGCPS NBCT Candidate Mentor, 2016-current
- Family Literacy and Engagement Night Section Leader, 2016-current
- Teacher Leader, 2013-current
- Green School Initiative Coordinator, 01/01/13-current
References
- Lesley Boone
NBCT/ Former Coworker
- Celia Burton
Community Schools Coordinator/ Coworker
- Leticia Gay
Math/ Science Teacher/ Coworker
- Shaun Mathis
Principal/ Supervisor
- Ajoke Ogedebe
Educator/Parent
- Elaine Richardson
Math Resource Teacher/ Coworker
- Ericka Wade
General Educator/Coworker
- Keya Williams
General Educator/Coworker
Timeline
English Language Development Educator
Prince George’s County Public School
08.2016 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Prince George’s County Public Schools
01.2007 - 06.2016
Special Education Teacher
Prince George’s County Public Schools
01.2006 - 12.2007
Paraprofessional
Prince George’s County Public Schools
01.2004 - 12.2006
Dedicated Assistant
Prince George’s County Public Schools
01.2002 - 12.2004
Substitute Teacher
Prince George’s County Public Schools
01.2001 - 12.2001
Doctor of Education - Second Language Instruction
American College of Education
Master of Education - Graduate Study in Special Education
Coppin State University
Some College (No Degree) - Social Emotional Learning Modules
National University
Some College (No Degree) - Professional Development Writing Course-Teaching for Change
Trinity Washington University
Some College (No Degree) - Graduate Courses For ELL Math Teaching
University of Maryland, College Park
Some College (No Degree) - Graduate Courses For ESOL Certification
George Washington University
Some College (No Degree) - Certification in Art Integration in Education Leadership
University of Maryland, College Park
Postgraduate Diploma - Textile Design
University of Leeds
College Diploma - College Major in Textile Design
Croydon College of Design And Technology