Andrea Callaghan
Educator
Carson City,NV
Summary
Forward-thinking Educator experienced working in educational settings. Focused on building connections with learners to strengthen understanding and help them reach their full potential. Knowledgeable about planning projects to diversify instruction, immerse learners in subject material, and promote continuous skill-building through curriculum development.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher /Team Lead/Curriculum Developer
Triad
Reno, NV
07.2019 - Current
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the individual needs of students.
- Created a safe, comfortable learning environment for students by establishing positive relationships with them.
- Organized activities and resources to promote student engagement in learning.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formal and informal assessments.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices in teaching methods.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills among students through problem-solving activities.
- Engaged parents in their children's education by providing regular updates about academic performance and classroom activities.
- Provided appropriate feedback on work, behavior, and attitude towards learning.
- Developed and implemented a standards-based curriculum.
- Created and maintained the school's curriculum documents, including scope and sequence charts.
- Assisted in the selection, adoption, and implementation of new instructional materials.
- Coordinated with others within the school on initiatives related to curriculum design.
- Provided professional development training to teachers on best practices in curriculum implementation.
- Researched current trends in education technology, methods, and resources relevant to curriculum planning.
- Provided guidance for effective lesson planning based on established standards.
- Evaluated existing programs for effectiveness and identified gaps in course offerings.
- Incorporated innovative approaches into existing curricula as appropriate.
- Recruited, hired and oriented departmental staff.
- Improved student educational plans by advising on course selection, progress plans and career decisions.
- Enhanced operations by realigning procedures with changing trends in education.
- Collaborated with administrators to ensure alignment between School goals and curricular objectives.
After School Educator: Enrichment Coordinator
Carson City School District:
Carson City, NV
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Communicated effectively with school administration officials and parents to ensure students received support needed
- Organized and spearhead daily after school activities for elementary school children
- Maintained accurate participation and attendance records
- Link after-school program activities with day school curriculum
- Planned art, educational, and recreational activities, supporting after school programs with 23 child participants
- Created immersive activities and utilized technology to enhance instruction
- Developed and implemented skill-building activities focused on arts, robotics, mathematics, and filming
- Collaborated with project leaders and stakeholders to accomplish objectives
- Collaborated with community stake holders to bring in guest speakers and provide opportunities for students
Certified Teacher: GATE
Carson City School District-Mark Twain Elementary
Carson City, NV
08.2014 - 07.2019
- Collaborate with grade level teachers to devise and implement developmentally appropriate lessons aligning with school, district, and state philosophy and mission
- Communicate with parents and students about academic or behavioral goals and concerns
- Work with community members to bring community involvement into classrooms
- Maintain data for student progress to academic achievement of grade level standards
- Implement and monitor secure testing environments for school, district, and state testing sessions
- Analyze and evaluate MAPS data and SBAC data to design and implement curriculum as needed for student achievement
- Use MAP Data and District MIU assessments data to report and provide evidence of student growth targets
- Create and design curriculum, assessments, projects, and lessons based on a diverse student population meeting the needs of all learners based on current methodologies and techniques
- Maintain safe and effective learning environments following best practices and methodologies
- Work with students and parents from low socioeconomic populations as well as middle class
- Work with other elementary GATE teachers within the district to plan, implement, and develop curriculum and lessons based on GATE methodologies and practices
- Meet both Nevada content standards and GATE standards within classrooms
Technology Coordinator
Carson City School District
Carson City, NV
08.2012 - 07.2019
- Manage planning and implementation of school technology updates
- Performed root cause analysis on network issues and troubleshoot problems on all related computers and devices
- Improved user-friendliness of multiple systems by providing constant IT support and trouble shooting with resolution
- Work with district IT department and district Technology coordinators to implement and share resolutions, discuss site and district wide technology issues, and discuss budgetary impacts on technology needs
- Work with district IT department and other technology coordinators to ensure continued use of technology in instruction with minimal impact to the classroom
GATE Coordinator
Carson City School District
Carson City, NV
08.2014 - 06.2018
- Communicated effectively with school administration officials and parents to ensure students received support needed
- Visited classrooms to evaluate teacher instructional techniques and student responses
- Work with Administration and district GATE department to schedule testing
- Educate parents and staff on the characteristics of Gifted as well as methodologies and best practices
Technology Teacher
Carson City School District
Carson City, NV
08.2012 - 06.2014
- Administered tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and knowledge of course materials
- Worked with average of 30 students per class grades kindergarten through fifth grade
- Explored different avenues of learning with students to help each prepare for later educational environments
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of all skill levels
- Create curriculum and lessons based on ISTE standards
- Managed consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for all students
Education
Gifted Education
Southern Utah University
Cedar City, UT2016
Master of Education - Educational, Instructional, And Curriculum Design
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ2011
Skills
- Online Teaching
- Course material development
- Communication and Collaboration
- Interdisciplinary teaching
- Diversified Curriculum
- Clear and Measurable Objectives
- Schedule Management
- Project Management
- Quick learner
- Creative and intriguing lessons
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Accomplishments
Nevada Department of ED MEGA Conference presenter, 2019
Cognitive Coaching, 2019
Light of Education Recipient, 2017
Work Availability
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Quote
Either write something worth reading or do something worth writing.
Benjamin Franklin
Timeline
Teacher /Team Lead/Curriculum Developer
Triad
07.2019 - Current
After School Educator: Enrichment Coordinator
Carson City School District:
08.2018 - 07.2019
Certified Teacher: GATE
Carson City School District-Mark Twain Elementary
08.2014 - 07.2019
GATE Coordinator
Carson City School District
08.2014 - 06.2018
Technology Coordinator
Carson City School District
08.2012 - 07.2019
Technology Teacher
Carson City School District
08.2012 - 06.2014
Gifted Education
Southern Utah University
Master of Education - Educational, Instructional, And Curriculum Design
University of Southern California
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Phoenix