Compassionate and forward thinking reading teacher offering excellent skills in devising student strategies and promoting positive reinforcement. Pursuing a similar position where a well-qualified individual with an understanding of needs assessment and appropriate reading interventions is highly sought. I am offering more than 14 years of assessing skills and enacting engaging lesson plans. I am an engaging reading teacher offering wealth of experience in small group instruction and assessing student needs
Skills
Keegan Trained
University of Kansas Strategic Instruction Model Trained
ELL Endorse
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Slides
Experience Teaching online with Google Classroom, Blackboard and Canvas
Computer proficiency
Reading comprehension
Sponsored Student Government
Yearbook Club Advisor
Ran School Picture Days
Work History
Intensive Reading Teacher, 08/2019 - Current Charter Schools Usa – Charlotte, NC,
Affirmatively communicated and promoted positive attitude with each and every student.
Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
Implemented reading lessons for ninth and tenth grade students.
Supervised test taking and graded papers.
Contacted parents to discuss student progress and notify about class issues.
Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
Promoted love of reading and literacy to all students.
Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Assisted students of all ability levels develop life-long learning skills and good study habits.
School Librarian, 08/2017 - 05/2019 Archdiocese Of Chicago, Office Of Catholic Schools – Chicago, IL,
Drove expansion of library collections and programs in response to student and faculty needs and special requests.
Researched, planned and set up attractive and informative library exhibits.
Offered reference service and book recommendations for young students and teachers to improve children's access to high-quality learning materials.
Maintained records for program attendance and material usage to continuously improve library offerings.
Shelved books and staffed both circulation and reference desks.
Removed and replaced outdated materials from collection to increase circulation and maintain interest of students
Directed activities of student media interns.
Taught two classes of video production
Taught one class of social skills.
Set schedules for student workers and monitored activities.
Scheduled and coordinated use of library equipment among teachers and staff.
Repaired or replaced damaged items to maintain continuity of service.
Trained staff, students and faculty on use of library technology.
Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
Offered online research classes to students, faculty and staff.
Middle School ELA Teacher, 08/2014 - 05/2017 Charlotte County Public Schools – City, STATE,
Taught 6th, 7th and 8th grade subject matter to students on information compiled from multiple sources, including textbooks, online sites and other educational materials.
Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
Instructed middle school students through lectures, discussions, group activities and demonstrations.
Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
Used Focus to upload all student grades and absence data into district computer systems.
Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Integrated technology into classroom as instructional tool, such as Smartboard.
Sat in on classes of fellow teaching professionals to learn innovative methods for dispensing information to students.
Used tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
6th Grade ELA Teacher , 01/2007 - 06/2014 Cecil County Public Schools – City, STATE,
Collaboratively taught with certified ESE teacher.
Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of diverse students.
Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
Sat in on classes of fellow teaching professionals to learn innovative methods for dispensing information to students.
Administered quizzes and tests to assess student understanding of material.
Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
Used tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
Education
Master of Arts: Reading Teacher Education, Expected in 01/2011 - Wilmington University - New Castle, DE GPA:
Bachelor of Science: Education, Expected in 01/2007 - Wilmington University - New Castle, DE GPA:
Associate of Arts: Education, Expected in 05/2004 - Cecil Community College - North East, MD GPA:
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