Caring teacher devoted to promoting student learning and emotional well-being through creating a calm and positive learning environment. Determined to always continue learning, improving, and growing as an educator in order to provide the best possible instruction and experience for students.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Peregrine Elementary
08.2023 - Current
Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
Planned, prepared and provided individualized and small group reading, math, and social skills instruction.
Second Grade Teacher
Ridgeview Elementary
08.2009 - 05.2012
Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Established clear expectations and routines for students.
Incorporated hands-on activities and interactive games into lessons, stimulating student interest and engagement in course materials.
Managed classroom effectively using positive discipline techniques and behavior management plans tailored to individual student needs.
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.
Third Grade Teacher
Spring Creek Elementary School
08.2008 - 05.2009
Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Established clear expectations and routines for students.
Assessed student progress regularly through formative assessments, providing timely feedback for improved academic performance.
Managed classroom effectively using positive discipline techniques and behavior management plans tailored to individual student needs.
Led after-school tutoring sessions for students requiring additional support, increasing academic achievement across all subjects.
Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/Early Childhood Education
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT
04.2009
Skills
Classroom Management
Organizational Skills
Lesson Planning
Group and individual instruction
Safe, Positive Learning Environment
Collaborative Teamwork
Problem-solving skills
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Peregrine Elementary
08.2023 - Current
Second Grade Teacher
Ridgeview Elementary
08.2009 - 05.2012
Third Grade Teacher
Spring Creek Elementary School
08.2008 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/Early Childhood Education
Brigham Young University
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