ANGELA J. BANFIELD
Peyton,CO
Summary
Professional educator with strong expertise in curriculum development, classroom management, and student engagement. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and adapt to changing educational needs. Adept at fostering supportive and results-driven learning environment. Skilled in lesson planning, assessment, and differentiated instruction. Recognized for reliability, adaptability, and commitment to student success.
Passion for quality education and student/school success. Skills and knowledge areas include: 7-12 English Instruction, College English Instruction, Student Engagement, Journalism Instruction/Press Law, Formal & Informal Learner Assessment, Technology Integration, AP Lang & Comp Methods, AP Lit & Comp Methods, Classroom Management & Discipline, New Teacher Mentor for District, Embedded Instructional Coaching for Teachers, IEP/lLP/504 Policies, Curriculum Redesign
Education professional with strong background in fostering student growth and development. Adept at creating inclusive learning environments and implementing innovative teaching strategies. Highly collaborative team member focused on achieving educational outcomes and adapting to dynamic classroom needs. Known for strong communication skills and commitment to student success.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
National Board-Certified Teacher Scorer
Pearson
06.2024 - Current
- Score Submissions for New NBCT Applicants
- Assessed applicant progress using various evaluation tools, ensuring tailored feedback experiences.
- Remote
Embedded Instructional Coach
Colorado Springs School District 11
01.2024 - Current
- Assist educators with district mandates, new instruction techniques, as well as the fine tuning of instruction to meet the needs of individual student/class/curriculum, and support through observations, team teaching, and research
- Facilitated professional development workshops for educators to enhance instructional strategies on Department and District Levels.
- Collaborated with teachers to design and implement effective lesson plans tailored to student needs.
- Mentored new instructors on best practices in classroom management and student engagement techniques.
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Supported data-driven instruction by assisting teachers with analyzing assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
Concurrent Enrollment Instructor; English, Journalism, Photography
Colorado State University
01.2022 - Current
- Fostered a positive classroom atmosphere to encourage student participation and collaboration.
- Implemented innovative teaching techniques to enhance student understanding and retention of subject matter.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
English Department Chair
Colorado Springs School District 11
08.2019 - Current
- Led curriculum development initiatives to enhance English language instruction across all grade levels.
- Collaborated with faculty to implement innovative assessment methods aligned with district standards and student needs.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify areas for improvement and develop targeted intervention programs.
- Oversaw departmental budget allocation, ensuring resources were effectively utilized to support educational goals.
- Advocated for the integration of technology in the classroom to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Observed, coached and mentored instructional staff to promote warm, structured, and responsive classroom culture.
- Fostered an inclusive learning environment by addressing accessibility concerns related to curricular materials and classroom arrangements proactively.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans tailored to individual student needs, resulting in improved academic performance.
Secondary English Teacher (7-12)
Colorado Springs School District 11
08.2008 - Current
- Plan and instruct each subject area using wide variety of teaching aids, motivational and implementation strategies to engage students in active learning
- Incorporate learning modality principles into classroom and individual instruction
- Develop and conduct summative and formative assessments
- Utilize PowerSchool and Schoology automated classroom data management system
- Implement technological approaches to subject material
- Research educational resources on the Internet
- Assist with information retrieval
- Instruct classes of as many as 42 students; communicate with teachers, administrators and parents; and create a high expectation/ high growth classroom
Experienced Journalism Educator
Colorado Springs School District 11
08.2008 - Current
- Support students in a student run media
- Educate students and staff in Colorado Student Press Law practices
- Educate students and staff in journalistic ethics and fair coverage
Concurrent Enrollment instructor; English, Journalism, Photography, Digital Media
Pikes Peak Community College
01.2018 - 01.2022
Education
Graduate Certificate - College Level Language and Literacy
University of Colorado
DenverMA - Curriculum & Instruction-Writing
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, COBA - English Literature
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, COAA - Child Psychology-Child Development
Brigham Young University — Idaho
Rexburg, IDSkills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Collaborative teaching
- Instructional strategies
- Critical thinking promotion
- Project-based learning
- Creative lesson design
- Literacy development
- Data-driven instruction
- Diverse learners support
- Curriculum implementation
- Student engagement
- Critical thinking
- Team building
- Student-centered learning
- Learning strategies
- Student assessment
- Data analysis
- Subject matter expertise
- Group and individual instruction
- Curriculum development
- Alternative learning methods
- Technology integration
- Innovative lesson planning
- Faculty collaboration
- Cooperative learning experience
- Differentiated instruction
- Inquiry-based learning
- Program development
- Test proctoring
- Instructional best practices
- Colorado teaching credential
- Classroom management
- Verbal and written communication
- Relationship building
- Small group instruction
- Student motivation
- Standardized testing (STARR and CMAS)
Accomplishments
- Led class to an average 79% increase in Common Writing Assessment
- Led Department to 89% PSAT (Met or Exceeds Expectation) for 9th grade reading, 61% PSAT (Met or Exceeds Expectation) for 10th grade reading, during the 2024-2025 school year.
- Led Department to 99% PSAT (Met or Exceeds Expectation) for 9th grade reading, 98% PSAT (Met or Exceeds Expectation) for 10th grade reading, during the 2023-2024 school year.
- Curriculum Design - Redesigned department curriculum for Entry Level English classes to address problems in student pass rates for College classes.
- Curriculum Development - Tailored educational curriculum to students with range of learning styles, disabilities, strengths and weaknesses.
Certification
- Colorado Professional Teaching License, 05/01/07 - Present
- Certified Journalism Educator, 05/01/11 - Present
- National Board Certification, 05/01/12 - Present
Timeline
National Board-Certified Teacher Scorer
Pearson
06.2024 - Current
Embedded Instructional Coach
Colorado Springs School District 11
01.2024 - Current
Concurrent Enrollment Instructor; English, Journalism, Photography
Colorado State University
01.2022 - Current
English Department Chair
Colorado Springs School District 11
08.2019 - Current
Concurrent Enrollment instructor; English, Journalism, Photography, Digital Media
Pikes Peak Community College
01.2018 - 01.2022
Secondary English Teacher (7-12)
Colorado Springs School District 11
08.2008 - Current
Experienced Journalism Educator
Colorado Springs School District 11
08.2008 - Current
Graduate Certificate - College Level Language and Literacy
University of Colorado
MA - Curriculum & Instruction-Writing
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs
BA - English Literature
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs
AA - Child Psychology-Child Development
Brigham Young University — Idaho
Professional Development
- District Professional Development Presenter: 2025
- School Professional Development Presenter: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2023, 2024. 2025
- Journalism Day Presenter — Colorado High School Press Association Convention: Ft. Collins - 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2022
- National Journalism Convention Write-Off Judge: 2013, 2015, 2017;
Seattle — Yearbook Caption Writing, Denver — News/Editorial Writing, San Francisco — News/Editorial Writing
- National Journalism Convention Committee Member: Denver, Colorado 2015
- National Journalism Convention Workshop Presenter: 2012, 2013, 2015;
Minnesota — Ad Sales Program, San Francisco — Ad Sales Program, Denver — Ad Sales Program
- Summer Journalism Workshop Presenter: Ft Collins, Colorado 2010, 2011
- American Society of Newspaper Editors (ASNE) Fellowship: University of Texas - Austin 2010
Committee Affiliations
- MTSS School Committee, Secretary, 2018 - Present
- MTSS School Committee, Member, 2013 - Present
- CTE Communications Team, Member, 2016-2018
- CTE Communications Team, District Liaison, 2016-2018
- Writing Center Goal Team, Lead, 2015
- Writing Center Goal Team, Member, 2009, 2010, 2013, 2014
- School Advisory Committee, Member, 2012-2013
- Communications Team, Secretary, 2012
- Communications Team, Member, 2011
- 9th Grade Horizontal Team, Lead, 2010
Awards
2025 Crystal Apple Award Winner
2018 Crystal Apple Award Nominee
2017 Rotary Club Diamond Award Winner
2013 JEA Rising Star Award