I believe that education is a transformative journey that empowers students and educatiors to reach their full potential and positively impact society. As an educator, my philosophy centers on fostering a student-centered, inclusive, and comfortable learning environment that encourages academic growth, critical thinking, and character development.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade Teacher
Belton School District
Belton, MO
08.2017 - Current
Devised lesson plans in alignment with state and district standards
Provided instruction in core subjects such as reading, writing, math, science and social studies.
Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss students' academic performance.
Established positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues.
Used technology to drive instruction and maximize student achievement.
Unpacked district Priority Standards, to write and develop district common assessments
Maintained positive classroom culture through behavior management techniques.
Varsity Girls Soccer Coach
Belton School District
Belton , MO
05.2017 - 05.2021
Organized and supervised practices, team meetings, and game day preparations.
Created an effective system for tracking player performance data.
Scheduled games and competitions with other schools in and out of Conference play.
Collaborated with the school's athletic director to ensure MSHSA's guidelines were met.
Analyzed game film to identify areas of improvement in individual players' performances and provided feedback to players and team.
Maintained accurate records of player attendance at practices and competitions.
Planned and organized home tournaments.
3rd Grade Teacher
Raymore Peculiar School District
Raymore, MO
05.2007 - 05.2017
Developed lesson plans to meet state and district standards
Member of the PDC - Professional Development Committee- Helped plan, organize and implement Professional Development at the district and building level.
Member of the BLT- Building Leadership Team- The BLT was responsible
Member of Vertical Team- Met with grade level teachers and aligned curriculum vertically to meet grade level expectations for corresponding grade levels.
Member of Curriculum/Grading Team- This committee was trained in Standards Based Grading and responsible for teaching and training teachers in their home buildings.
Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods to differentiate instruction and meet students on their individual instructional levels.
Education
Masters in Education - Educational Leadership
William Woods University
Fulton, MO
05.2011
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Central Methodist University
Fayette, MO
05.2007
Skills
Lesson Planning
Multimedia Instruction
Student Needs Assessment
Individualized Instruction
Curriculum Management
Strong Communication Skills
Accomplishments
Nominated for Teacher of the Year 2012, 2020, and 2022
Timeline
5th Grade Teacher
Belton School District
08.2017 - Current
Varsity Girls Soccer Coach
Belton School District
05.2017 - 05.2021
3rd Grade Teacher
Raymore Peculiar School District
05.2007 - 05.2017
Masters in Education - Educational Leadership
William Woods University
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Central Methodist University
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