First Grade Teacher resume example with 20+ years of experience
I am a well-organized, highly motivated, lifelong learner, who is able to work equally well independently and as a part of a team. My goal is to apply my experience and training to continue my lifelong ambition and commitment to optimizing student and school success. Upbeat and highly capable Elementary Educator devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skilled in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills. Accomplished [Job title] successful in classroom management, student evaluations, and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development. Energetic [Job Title] driven to continue to learn and grow professionally. Understand and implement new technologies and teaching strategies. Excellent at working with different learning styles. Hardworking Elementary School Teacher bringing [Number] years' experience in education. Dedicated to student success.
Upbeat and highly capable Elementary Educator devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skilled in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Accomplished [Job title] successful in classroom management, student evaluations, and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.
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- Assumed all responsibilities of a First Grade Teacher
- Utilized the Jump Start Program and Action Reading
- Developed Student Growth Objectives, Professional Development Plan, Intervention Strategies
- Worked with the Intervention & Referral Services Team to develop Behavior Modification Plans for students
- Familiar with Chrome Books, Typing Pal, RAZ Kids
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening
- Incorporated [Software] technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement
- Instructed up to [Number] students individually and in groups on [Area of study] subjects
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support
- Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardized tests
- Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs
- Developed challenging cross-curricular lessons that provide practice of various skills while addressing individual student needs
- Integrated new technology and online programs into everyday lessons and homework assignments: iPads, laptops, Padlet, Raz-Kids, Book Creator
- Implemented new programs and structures such as Writing Workshop, Everyday Math, Daily 5 & CAFE
- Member of "Ranney Paw Print" Advisory Committee that acknowledges students who embody the Ranney Honor Code
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening
- Developed team communications and information for [Type] meetings
- Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multi-sensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills
- Introduced read-aloud literature to stimulate imagination and build comprehension and vocabulary
- Assessed comprehensive student growth including academic, social and personal skills
- Observed and assessed student performance and charted progress
- Cultivated language skills through use of traditional poems, nursery rhymes and riddles to help students develop comprehension, vocabulary and love of language
- Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature and handwriting
- Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement
- Pioneered multi-age kindergarten and first-grade class to build early literacy and math skills and promote independent reading
- Collaborated in planning, organizing and implementing instructional programs to facilitate academic, intellectual and social development
- Reported to parents and administration about student progress
- Provided guidance on policies and initiatives for kindergarten teaching team
- Collaborated with colleagues to create and use enhanced technology and smart boards
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardized tests
- Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening
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Resume Overview
School Attended
- Southwest Minnesota State University
- University of Minnesota
Job Titles Held:
- First Grade Teacher
- Second Grade Teacher
- Kindergarden Teacher
- Second Grade Teacher
Degrees
- Bachelor of Science
- Master of Science
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