Elaine Brown
Vallejo,CA
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Academic Support Teacher
Bayhill High School
Berkeley, CA
08.2020 - Current
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
Behavioral Specialist
North Oakland Community Charter School
Oakland, CA
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Created and implemented department support framework to address strategic goals.
- Crafted Behavioral Intervention Plans for individual students.
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans.
- Informed parents of evaluation methods used to guide instruction and document progress.
- Supervised student behavior during daily academic routines to secure safety of students and staff.
- Consulted regular education classroom teachers to develop curriculum modifications and intervention strategies.
Academic Support/Substitute Teacher's Assistant
Community School For Creative Education
Oakland, CA
08.2017 - 01.2020
- Enforced school rules, dress code and behavior to offer positive, learning-oriented environment to students.
- Maintained smooth classroom operations by assisting teachers with any administrative, instructional or student support need.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Promoted student progress by assisting with assignments and special projects.
- Updated individual student files and class records with information such as student participation and grades.
- Monitored students during transitional and non-class times such as lunch periods and recess.
- Encouraged continuous development for students of ages through proactive in-class assistance.
- Adapted curricula and lesson plans to specific abilities and interests of each child through personalized attention and small group instruction.
- Supported children by working closely with teachers, parents and administrators.
- Helped prepare classrooms by setting up activity stations, writing on bulletin boards and distributing materials.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Tutored students in reading, language arts and other subjects.
- Recorded grades for coursework and tests in online reporting system.
- Maximized receptive learning by educating students using hands-on instructional techniques.
- Kept abreast of latest information on specific subjects and learning strategies.
- Created lesson materials, visuals and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals and objectives.
- Organized classroom library and art areas each day to keep classroom well-maintained.
- Participated in lesson planning and curriculum implementation to promote quicker rollout and delivery.
- Assessed student assignments to check quality and completeness before submission for grading.
- Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and cooperation.
- Implemented practice exercises and used repetition, enabling students to grasp new concepts quickly.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Before and After School Coordinator
Vallejo Unified School District
Vallejo, CA
08.2008 - 06.2013
- Protected children and staff by maintaining strict standards of cleaning, sanitation and hygiene.
- Oversaw morning welcome and afternoon departure to maintain visibility and connections with parents.
- Backed up staff by assisting with difficult behavioral situations.
- Organized classroom resources and lesson supplies for teachers.
- Verified proper sign-in and sign-out procedures according to optimal security protections for children.
- Built culture-friendly program to help children and parents of diverse backgrounds feel welcome.
- Coordinated learning-focused program to help children build foundational knowledge.
- Managed paperwork for childcare operations, employee management and state requirements.
- Oversaw school expenditure for students to receive maximum educational benefits.
- Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Educational Studies/American History
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ 09.2009 - 06.2016
Skills
Group learning mechanics
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Behavioral Specialist
North Oakland Community Charter School
01.2022 - 06.2022
Academic Support Teacher
Bayhill High School
08.2020 - Current
Academic Support/Substitute Teacher's Assistant
Community School For Creative Education
08.2017 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Educational Studies/American History
Grand Canyon University
09.2009 - 06.2016
Before and After School Coordinator
Vallejo Unified School District
08.2008 - 06.2013
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