Focused and dedicated primary school educator with 12 years of experience. Passionate about educating children using various activities and organizational tools. Expert developing lesson plans, creating custom class materials assigning classwork and grading tests. Diplomatic communicator when addressing parents and children about disciplinary actions.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Elementary School Teacher, Fifth Grade
Blair-Taylor School District
Blair, WI
07.2019 - Current
Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
Taught core subjects of math, science, technology and history.
Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers and administrative staff.
Included multicultural awareness in class discussions to meet state standards.
Sourced supplies to fill gaps in student activities.
Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth.
Paraprofessional
Jefferson Elementary School
Rochester, MN
08.2010 - 05.2019
Grades K-5
Direct assistance to Special Education teachers with teaching K-5 students on IEP’s with reading and math assistance
Push-in support for General Education teachers and students with math and reading assistance
Developing and sustaining relationships with all teachers, students, and parents
Preparation of general education and special education services schedules to best accommodate students
Collection of data with all students in need of support within the classroom in the resource room and the general education classroom
Assisting in behavior management with all students
Continuing collaboration with Special Education teachers and General
Education teachers to best serve all students.
ASD Paraprofessional
Jefferson Elementary School
Rochester, MN
08.2009 - 08.2010
5th Grade
Worked with students on verbal skills, behavior management, and social skills.
Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
Implemented practice exercises and used repetition, enabling students to grasp new concepts quickly.
Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
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