Ali Walton
Prairie Grove,AR
Summary
Accomplished educator with expertise in differentiated instruction and early childhood development. At Prairie Grove School District, enhanced student engagement through innovative lesson planning and technology integration. Strengthened parent-teacher communication, fostering a supportive learning environment. Extremely passionate about nurturing young minds!
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Prairie Grove School District
Prairie Grove, AR
06.2021 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards to foster student learning and growth.
- Implemented individualized instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Utilized educational technology tools to support interactive learning experiences in the classroom.
- Assessed student performance regularly, providing feedback to guide academic improvement and personal development.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
Kindergarten Teacher
Fayetteville Public Schools
Fayetteville, AR
08.2011 - 05.2021
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards to foster student learning and growth.
- Implemented individualized instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Collaborated with parents and colleagues to enhance communication regarding student progress and development.
- Utilized educational technology tools to support interactive learning experiences in the classroom.
- Advanced learning techniques by using differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate student needs.
- Rewarded student success by utilizing praise and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multi-sensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR05-2011
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Early childhood development
- Classroom management
- Behavior management
- Student assessment
- Special needs support
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Prairie Grove School District
06.2021 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Fayetteville Public Schools
08.2011 - 05.2021
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Arkansas