I am an Educator motivated to be an effective and positive influence, and am adept in utilizing successful teaching methods and technologies. I am passionate about promoting inclusion, and experienced at modifying plans to accommodate different student learning styles. I manage classroom environments and student behavior with positive and proactive strategies. I have excellent communication, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.
Skills
Multimedia instruction
Multitasking
Parental communication
Working collaboratively
Experience
3rd and 4th Grade Teacher, 07/2019 - 06/2021 Newton Public Schools – Newton, MA,
Maintained a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
Developed a positive classroom culture by reinforcing rules for behavior.
Involved parents in their student's education by cultivating strong relationships. Remained in continual contact with families throughout the school year via Class Dojo messages, emails, and phone calls.
Developed lesson plans for my teams in Science and Social Studies, to include Google slideshows for Science.
Administered and graded daily work to evaluate student's progress.
Administered formative and summative assessments to evaluate student knowledge and comprehension.
Referred to TEKs to plan lessons and prepare students to take standardized assessments.
Explored foundational learning concepts with students through hands-on activities, videos, and class discussions.
Attended in-service (in-house as well as Region 20) training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
Brought in purchased and donated materials to round out supplies for classroom activities, particularly for science.
Instructed students (face to face and virtually) individually and in small groups using varied teaching methods.
Employed diverse instructional resources, including online learning management systems (Google classroom, Math Playground, Read Works, Education Galaxy, Imagine Math) to offer student remote assistance with assignments.
Title 1 Reading and Math Teacher, Grades K-8, 02/2011 - 06/2019 Education Service Center, Region 20 – City, STATE,
Provided assistance during and after school to students in need of additional reading and/or mathematics help. Taught and monitored small reading and math groups comprised of two to six students.
Conducted special assessments and tutoring sessions to support individual student needs.
Interpreted assessment data to determine best intervention methods for students, then created and implemented reading and math lessons for students in grades K-8.
Analyzed and reported on each student's progress in reading and mathematics in accordance with the school's policies.
Conferred with classroom teachers and parents to discuss student progress and any issues.
Assisted classroom teachers in monitoring students' progress by reviewing test scores and classwork.
Encouraged love of reading and promoted literacy to students of all ages.
Attended in-services, workshops and seminars.
Science Teacher, 08/2008 - 06/2010 Social Circle Middle School – City, STATE,
Instructed classes of 25 face-to-face sixth grade students in Earth Science.
Managed consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for all students.
Coordinated materials and instructional plans for immersive activities exploring Earth Science concepts.
Analyzed submitted assignments for clarity and skills, assigned grades and discussed results with struggling students to enhance understanding of course objectives.
Assessed student progress with course material through routine quizzes, final examinations and standardized assessments.
Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for improvement.
Enforced and adhered to school policies and regulations for classroom management.
Collaborated with faculty members to maintain open team communication and manage optimal resources for continued departmental success.
Fifth Grade Math/Science Teacher, 08/2007 - 06/2008 Henry County Public Schools – City, STATE,
Instructed four classes daily (of 20 students each) in both mathematics and science, in a face to face environment.
Coordinated materials and instructional plans for immersive activities exploring math and science concepts.
Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary cross-curricular educational frameworks for students.
Managed consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for all students.
Examined submitted assignments for clarity and skills, assigned grades and discussed results with struggling students to enhance understanding of course objectives.
Assessed student progress with course material through routine quizzes, final examinations and standardized assessments.
Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for improvement.
Collaborated with faculty members to maintain open team communication and manage optimal resources for continued departmental success.
Education and Training
Associate of Science: Medical Laboratory Technology, Expected in - Academy of Health Sciences Ft. Sam Houston - San Antonio, TX, GPA:
Bachelor of Science: Medical Laboratory Technology, Expected in - Wayland Baptist University - Plainview, TX GPA:
: Elementary Education, Expected in - University of Texas - San Antonio, TX, GPA:
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