Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with more than seven years of experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering a wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Hardworking and energetic individual with excellent communication and supervisory skills.
Skills
Group and individual instruction
Differentiated instruction
Student engagement
Lesson Planning
Curriculum Development
Learner assessment
Classroom technology
Leadership
Education
Wheaton CollegeWheaton, ILExpected in 05/2007 ā āBachelor of Arts:History - GPA:
Minored in Biblical Studies
Libery UniversityLynchburg, VA, Expected in ā āNo Degree:Masters of Teaching - GPA:
Continuing education in teaching development.
Work History
Kindercare - Homeschool Teacher Fort Washington, MD, 08/2015 - Current
Researched and chose appropriate curriculum to meet children's abilities and grade levels.
Organized hands-on instructional activities to supplement textbook instruction to engage and motivate students.
Graded homework, quizzes, classwork and exams to report on progress of student achievements.
Submitted and assembled student portfolios for local school district to satisfy legal guidelines.
Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Led and coordinated educational activities to develop students' physical, emotional and social growth.
Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students interested, including debates, practical activities and experiments.
Implemented mind warm-up and lively discussion to engage students, increasing classroom collaboration in various subject areas.
Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
Administered assessments to determine each student's specific educational and social needs.
Completed student progress reports on a monthly basis to notify students and advisor of strengths and areas of improvement.
Implemented different technologies such as Study Island and YouTube to engage students in class instruction and diversify approaches.
Increased educational expertise and knowledge of teaching skills and strategies by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
Collaborated with fellow teachers and advisor to devise and implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
Developed detailed lesson plans for intensive content approach.
Researched and produced manipulatives to aid in content acquisition.
Familiarized eight 8-11 years old children with new and previously learned content through song, movement, hands-on activities and recitation.
Demonstrated before parents ways to introduce weekly subject material to their children.
Researched, planned and facilitated studies in Latin, public speaking, history, literature, science, math, and art.
Provided parent mentoring and support.
Valley Christian Schools - High School Bible Teacher City, STATE, 09/2008 - 02/2010
Instructed grades 11-12 students in Ethics, Biblical Interpretation and Romans content, concepts and in-depth subject matter.
Developed and designed curriculum and dynamic lesson plans for Ethics, Biblical Interpretation and Romans.
Facilitated subjects in an online class format.
Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to reinforce student participation and hands-on learning.
Utilized diverse methods of instruction including demonstrations, lectures, activities, debates and discussions.
Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies in person and electronically.
Ensure the learning process for each individual student in the class and fostered the presence of the Fruit of the Spirit.
Created and maintained a collaborative learning environment.
Created and maintained the highest possible standards of learning and rigor.
Demonstrated flexibility, responsiveness and clear communication in the classroom.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives in Biblical Studies.
Maintained required passing rate of 100% for 2 years.
Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
Implemented and encouraged debate-style classroom environment to increase student engagement and promote critical thinking.
Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
Completed and filed daily paperwork for classroom activities, including attendance on Power School.
Enhanced student knowledge of technology by integrating various web-based applications for research and assignments.
Led faith-based life to provide example for students of integrity and ethical Christian conduct, as well as a positive attitude conveyed in word and deed.
Starbucks - Supervisor City, STATE, 06/2007 - 07/2008
Oversaw and optimized work of 2-5 talented barista's at any given time, performing high-quality customer service work by communicating information, remedying issues and delivering positive feedback.
Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows to meet any daily demand.
Prepared, calibrated and monitored production machinery to maintain optimal production levels and consistently achieve daily targets.
Helped store management meet standards of service and quality in daily operations.
Applied security, safety and loss prevention strategies during shifts.
Completed store opening and closing procedures, including setting up registers and checking products.
Delivered successful training to more than 15 employees during supervisor tenure, educating on successful work processes and productivity strategies.
Established effective employee schedules and delegated tasks to take advantage of individual abilities and meet expected demands.
Responded to and resolved customer questions and concerns.
Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
Identified individual employee's unique work styles and adapted management methods.
Set overall vision and provided team leadership.
Additional Information
Facilitated married Life Group of up to nine couples.
Researched and implemented study material and led group in content.
Created engaging, open and honest environment for individual and community growth.
Communicated effectively through the Band application.
Maintained clear and accurate online site with group description, attendance, and church wide communication.
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