Student-oriented educator with experience providing comprehensive classroom support at elementary school level. Successful in coordinating with lead teachers to implement interactive lesson plans, guide creative expression, and enable total student development.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Mesa Public School District
04.2022 - Current
Mesa Public School District - 2nd Grade Long Term Substitute Teacher
03/24 - Current
Lincoln Elementary
Swing Education - Substitute Teacher
01/2022 - Current
Followed classroom plans left by classroom teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
Leveraged classroom discussion strategies to engage students, promote topics and boost learning opportunities.
Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher.
Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Teacher
Queen Creek Unified School District
07.2021 - 12.2021
Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
Instructed students in core educational principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter.
Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
Implemented and encouraged debate-style classroom environment to increase student engagement and promote critical thinking.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Student Teacher
Pioneer Elementary School (Title 1)
01.2021 - 05.2021
Supported instructor with test administration, curriculum development and assignment grading.
Administered quizzes and tests, and documented grades.
Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities, consistently noting successful ideas and identifying areas for improvement.
Provided group teaching in classroom setting, as well as individual student support.
Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Stood in for teachers, checking lesson plans to provide consistent teaching to students.
Pursued every opportunity to grow abilities and take on increasing responsibility.
Reported back to student teaching supervisor about personal progress, identifying areas for improvement and making plans for enhanced progress.
Cashier
Rudy's "Country Store" And Bar-B-Q
07.2018 - Current
Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs to promote loyalty, satisfaction and sales numbers.
Processed POS transactions, including checks, cash, and credit purchases or refunds.
Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
Answered questions about store policies and concerns to support positive customer experiences.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education Reading K-8
Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Science in Education -
Northern Arizona University
04.2021
Skills
Individual and group instruction
Student assessments
Student Supervision
Mentoring students
Lesson implementation
Collaboration
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Mesa Public School District
04.2022 - Current
Teacher
Queen Creek Unified School District
07.2021 - 12.2021
Student Teacher
Pioneer Elementary School (Title 1)
01.2021 - 05.2021
Cashier
Rudy's "Country Store" And Bar-B-Q
07.2018 - Current
Master of Science - Elementary Education Reading K-8
Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Science in Education -
Northern Arizona University
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