Aften Wrobel
Chester,VA
Summary
Passionate and dedicated Elementary teacher with ten years of experience teaching up to 20 students per class from grades 2-4. Recognized for ability to teach a culturally diverse student population, while developing individualized plans for students at differentiated learning levels. Cultivating lifelong learners with 21st century skills of problem solving, critical thinking, collaboration and creativity.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Tutor
Self Employed
Chesterfield, Va
06.2020 - Current
- Conducted regular assessments to evaluate student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly for optimal results.
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques to maintain an orderly, focused learning environment.
- Boosted student confidence through positive reinforcement and individualized support.
- Utilized data-driven instruction techniques to identify areas of weakness among students and tailor teaching methods accordingly.
Classroom Teacher
CCPS
Chesterfield, VA
08.2017 - 06.2020
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Classroom Teacher
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Virginia Beach, Virginia
08.2008 - 06.2017
- Taught 2nd, 3rd and 4th graders with an average of 20 students per class, including ESL and gifted population
- Create and implement differentiated, innovated, and engaging learning plans and activities that align with the rigor and relevance of the Virginia Standards of Learning and Virginia Beach Objectives
- Orchestrate Inquiry based, technology integrated lessons with Promethean board, Google Classroom, Achieve 3000, Tenmarks, Discovery Science Tech Book and Nearpod
- Conduct small group instruction daily for guided math, guided reading and word study with students based on differentiated learning needs
- Develop variety of assessments with higher level thinking questions utilizing Bloom’s Taxonomy
- Promote student driven learning through Gradual Release Model of Instruction
- Collaborate and participate in Professional Learning Communities to foster growth mindset and student development
- Instructed after school tutoring groups for reading and math to prepare students for Virginia Standards of Learning
- Served as Grade Level Chair, Lead Content Teacher, Teacher Assembly Forum Member, SCA Advisor
- Selected to attend Pearson Assessment Training Institute (2011) in Portland, Oregon
- Trained faculty and staff with the Standards Based Pilot program on formative and summative assessment.
Classroom Teacher
Henrico County Public Schools
Henrico, Virginia
08.2007 - 06.2008
- Taught Henrico County curriculum with research-based, high interest lessons to fourth grade students
- Incorporated hands-on experiences, technology, and activities that met a variety of student needs and learning styles in a Title I school
- Employ assessment tools and proactive strategies to enhance instruction based on student needs
- Selects, requisitions and uses a variety of instructional methods to stimulate learning to accommodate all students
- Utilize data to prepare lessons and drive instruction for students, including differentiated small groups.
Education
Master of Teaching -
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia05.2007
Bachelor of Science in Psychology -
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia05.2007
Skills
- Teaching
- Tutoring
- Leadership positions
- Expertise in lesson planning, designing assessments and cultivating rubrics
- SAMR Technology integration and individualized learning plans
- Conflict Resolution and Behavior Management
Accoladesandawards
- Teacher of the Year 2016
- Tagged by the Superintendent, 2014
- 5 year Service Award, VBCPS, 2013
- Tagged by the Superintendent, 2011
- Alpha Delta Kappa Recognition, 2015
Timeline
Elementary School Tutor
Self Employed
06.2020 - Current
Classroom Teacher
CCPS
08.2017 - 06.2020
Classroom Teacher
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
08.2008 - 06.2017
Classroom Teacher
Henrico County Public Schools
08.2007 - 06.2008
Master of Teaching -
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelor of Science in Psychology -
Virginia Commonwealth University