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Michael O'Donnell

Salt Lake City,UT

Summary

Experienced high school English teacher passionate about inspiring students to love literature and writing. Skilled in creating engaging curriculum and fostering inclusive learning environments that promote critical thinking and personal growth. Seeking opportunities to expand impact as a secondary school English teacher and utilize leadership skills as a basketball coach. Committed to making a positive difference in the lives of diverse student populations.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Middle School English Teacher

Northwest Middle School
08.2023 - 08.2024
  • Maintained classroom discipline and modeled correct behaviors.
  • Utilized data-driven instructional methods to identify areas of improvement for individual students, tailoring lessons accordingly to optimize academic growth.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and exciting ways.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Taught students how to express ideas in detail.
  • Increased student reading comprehension by 25% through personalized instruction tailored to individual learning
    • Needs.Developedloped strong relationships with students and parents, fostering a positive learning environment.

High School English Teacher

Granite School District
09.2021 - 08.2023
  • Boosted students' reading and writing skills through targeted lessons, group activities, and individualized support.
  • Effectively managed classroom behavior, ensuring less than 3% of students required further time out after returning to their home school through consistent expectations and fair outcomes as a positive role model for students, demonstrating respect, empathy, and professionalism in all interactions.
  • Fostered a love of literature among students by introducing engaging texts from diverse genres, authors, periods, and cultures.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Education

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
01-2025

Bachelor of Science - Writing & Rhetoric

University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT
07-2021

Skills

  • Writing instruction
  • Teaching methodologies
  • Classroom management
  • Student engagement

Certification

Associate Educator License: Utah State Board of Education- June/17/21

  • Secondary: English, Journalism

Timeline

Middle School English Teacher

Northwest Middle School
08.2023 - 08.2024

High School English Teacher

Granite School District
09.2021 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Science - Education

Western Governors University

Bachelor of Science - Writing & Rhetoric

University of Utah

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