Colby A. Lindemann
Elementary School Teacher
Brewer,ME
Summary
Dedicated elementary school teacher with exceptional experience managing PK-4 classrooms. Embraces challenge of educating young minds through creative and compassionate approach. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Competent at working independently or as a member of a team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Second, Third, and Fourth Grade Teacher
Glenburn Elementary School
Glenburn, ME
08.2019 - Current
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets and attendance logs.
- Collaborated with administrators and colleagues on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- 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.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Taught students remotely via pre-recorded and live video sessions.
- Integrated technology into sessions to further enhance student learning.
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Princeton Elementary School
Princeton, ME
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets and attendance logs.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of integrated classroom.
- Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
- Piloted program to address proposed state subject area competencies and standards.
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
Fourth Grade Teacher
Ellsworth Elementary Middle School
Ellsworth, ME
08.2015 - 08.2017
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets and attendance logs.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of integrated classroom.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Served on the Curriculum, Assessment, and Instruction Committee to assist in driving district requirements.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
Ice Cream Server
Morton’s Moo
Ellsworth, ME
10.2014 - 09.2015
- Helped patrons decide which flavor to choose according to preferences and tastes.
- Provided details on seasonal flavor availability, ice cream source, allergens and specials.
- Cleaned and maintained soft-serve ice cream and yogurt dispensing equipment.
- Greeted incoming customers and provided reliable, friendly customer service.
- Maintained menu knowledge to provide recommendations and answers to customer questions.
- Processed sales transactions for cash, debit and credit purchases.
- Performed serving, cleaning and stocking to high standards and provided excellent customer satisfaction.
Educational Technician III
Ellsworth Elementary Middle School
Ellsworth, ME
08.2014 - 08.2015
- Developed individualized learning plans for specific students.
- Coordinated with teachers to integrate special ed students into classrooms.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
- Prepared reports and maintained administrative records.
- Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
- Updated required logs and student documentation to keep records accurate and current.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Organized group tutoring sessions to help students struggling in similar areas.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Organized lesson plans using teaching software for long-term interim assignments.
Teller
Machias Savings Bank
Ellsworth, ME
01.2014 - 08.2014
- Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, services charges and interest rates.
- Educated customers on use of banking website and mobile apps.
- Answered telephone inquiries on checking and savings accounts, loans and lines of credit.
- Processed customer transactions promptly, minimizing wait times.
- Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.
- Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
Student Teacher
Asa Adams Elementary School
Orono, ME
10.2013 - 12.2013
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Stood in for teachers, checking lesson plans to provide consistent teaching to students.
Student Teacher
Leonard Middle School
Old Town, ME
09.2013 - 10.2013
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Stood in for teachers, checking lesson plans to provide consistent teaching to students.
- Conferred with qualified teacher to establish instructional targets and prepare lessons to cover source topics.
- Had one-on-one sessions with struggling students to increase classroom GPAs and individual student success.
Housekeeper
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton
Ellsworth, Maine
05.2012 - 12.2014
- Worked on cleaning team to service hotels, offices and other commercial buildings.
- Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
- Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens, vacuuming floors, making beds and restocking bathroom items.
- Responded to requests from patrons for linens and toiletries.
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
- Trained new employees on departmental procedures and provided assistance in finding cleaning supplies.
Gift Shop Clerk
Bar Harbor Whale Museum
Bar Harbor, ME
05.2009 - 08.2010
- Answered questions, pointed out important features, and offered further details about special exhibits to educate visitors.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise and promoted key items.
- Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
- Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
Cashier & Deli Clerk
Trenton Marketplace IGA
Trenton, Maine
06.2006 - 08.2011
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
- Collected and authorized payments of guests.
- Checked identification for proof-of-age for alcohol and tobacco sales.
- Promoted new or high-value food items by creating attractive displays in cases and other customer-facing areas.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
The University of Maine
Orono, ME 09.2008 - 12.2013
Skills
Classroom management
Differentiated instruction
Curriculum Development
Spreadsheet management
Statistical data gathering
Attendance record management
Project planning
Scheduling
Documentation and reporting
Time management
Flexibility
Microsoft Office use
Ability to Multi-task
Self-direction
Professional telephone demeanor
Team player
Additional Information
- Technology Experience and Expertise Awards , Horace Mann Mugs & Kisses Award: Spring 2019 Dean’s List: Fall 2008, Fall 2012, Spring 2013, Fall 2013
Accomplishments
- Won "Horace Mann Mugs & Kisses" aware at Princeton Elementary School ins 2019.
Certification
Maine Professional Teacher: General Elementary K-8
Timeline
Second, Third, and Fourth Grade Teacher
Glenburn Elementary School
08.2019 - Current
Maine Professional Teacher: General Elementary K-8
07-2018
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Princeton Elementary School
08.2017 - 08.2019
Fourth Grade Teacher
Ellsworth Elementary Middle School
08.2015 - 08.2017
Ice Cream Server
Morton’s Moo
10.2014 - 09.2015
Educational Technician III
Ellsworth Elementary Middle School
08.2014 - 08.2015
Teller
Machias Savings Bank
01.2014 - 08.2014
Student Teacher
Asa Adams Elementary School
10.2013 - 12.2013
Student Teacher
Leonard Middle School
09.2013 - 10.2013
Housekeeper
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton
05.2012 - 12.2014
Gift Shop Clerk
Bar Harbor Whale Museum
05.2009 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
The University of Maine
09.2008 - 12.2013
Cashier & Deli Clerk
Trenton Marketplace IGA
06.2006 - 08.2011