Andrew Whalen
Breckenridge,CO
Summary
Dedicated English and Language Arts teacher with a proven ability to enhance student engagement through innovative lesson plans and effective use of educational technology.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
High School English and Language Arts Teacher
Park County RE 2
Fairplay, CO
01.2026 - 06.2026
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of literary concepts.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
- Facilitated classroom discussions that encouraged critical thinking and analysis of texts.
- Utilized technology tools to support interactive learning experiences for students.
- Maintained a positive classroom environment conducive to learning and student engagement.
- Enhanced student writing skills through personalized feedback and targeted writing exercises.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining open communication with students and parents.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to inform lesson planning and address areas in need of improvement effectively.
- Increased student engagement with interactive lessons, group activities, and hands-on learning experiences.
- Continuously refined teaching methods through professional development opportunities, incorporating new ideas into the curriculum.
Permanent Building Substitute Teacher
Summit County School District
Frisco, CO
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Collaborated with teachers to create inclusive classroom environments promoting academic success.
- Supported school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student performance and well-being.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and fellow staff members, contributing to a supportive school community.
- Provided after-school tutoring and support for struggling students, helping them achieve grade-level expectations in various subjects.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
Floating Substitute
Substitute Teacher Service
03.2020 - 06.2024
- Maintained classroom discipline and fostered a positive learning environment.
- Enhanced educational experiences by integrating technology into lesson delivery.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe and respectful atmosphere for all students.
- Assisted struggling students through one-on-one sessions, leading to increased academic success.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Education
Alternative Teacher Certification - Education
Colorado Mountain College
Glenwood Springs, CO07-2026
Bachelor of Arts - International Politics
Brigham Young University Idaho
Rexburg, ID07-2013
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Collaborative learning
- Teaching strategies
- Literary analysis
- Educational technology
- Writing and Reading instruction
- Student feedback
- Multicultural education
- Problem-solving skills
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning, Lesson plan implementation
Affiliations
Phi Beta Kappa
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
High School English and Language Arts Teacher
Park County RE 2
01.2026 - 06.2026
Permanent Building Substitute Teacher
Summit County School District
08.2024 - 06.2025
Floating Substitute
Substitute Teacher Service
03.2020 - 06.2024
Alternative Teacher Certification - Education
Colorado Mountain College
Bachelor of Arts - International Politics
Brigham Young University Idaho