ANGIE THOMAS
Springfield,Oregon
Summary
Experienced Teacher with a strong track record of improving student learning outcomes through effective instructional strategies. Skilled in building collaborative relationships with parents, colleagues, and administration to achieve educational objectives. Focused on creating a supportive environment that prioritizes student success and well-being.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Educational Consultant
Center for Teacher Effectiveness
Remote
01.2025 - Current
- Participated in comprehensive 5-day training focused on classroom management techniques for educators
- Provided one-on-one coaching to teachers on classroom management and best practices.
- Counseled students on career paths, job opportunities, internships and other post-secondary planning activities.
- Attended conferences related to current trends in education policy and practice.
- Monitored student progress by reviewing relevant data such as grades, attendance records, standardized test scores.
- Conducted assessments to identify learning needs and developed appropriate strategies to address them.
- Provided guidance and support to students in the development of individualized academic plans.
- Analyzed state standards and ensured alignment of district curriculum with those standards.
Wife and Mom
of 4 children
Springfield, Oregon
02.2008 - Current
- Maintaining an organized and efficient household
- Fostering a nurturing environment that addresses the needs of each individual child.
- Designing creative and engaging learning opportunities for children.
- Facilitating social and emotional growth of children
- Implementing effective discipline techniques.
- Establishing fair and consistent boundaries.
- Completing continuing education courses.
Teacher, 3rd grade
Springfield School District
Springfield, Oregon
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Developed lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and student needs.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Assessed student performance using various evaluation methods and tools.
Supervisor for the student licensure program
University of Oregon
Eugene, Oregon
09.2017 - 05.2018
- Oversaw and guided student teachers in lesson planning and classroom instruction while delivering constructive feedback.
- Developed evaluation criteria for assessing student teacher performance effectively.
- Facilitated communication between student teachers and school administration for seamless integration.
- Mentored student teachers addressing challenges and fostering professional growth opportunities.
- Monitored classroom environments ensuring adherence to educational policies and practices.
- Attended monthly departmental meetings to discuss current initiatives and address any concerns related to the supervision of student teachers.
ESL Facilitator
Beaverton School District
Beaverton, Oregon
08.2008 - 06.2010
- Performed a variety of tasks assisting in the development of the English as a Second Language (ESL) program by working with ESL students and families, the ESL staff, and mainstream teachers and students.
- Assessed, identified, and enrolled English Language Learners for eligibility, English language proficiency, and school enrollment.
- Provided a variety of written translation and interpretation services for schools, parent involvement, and family assistance.
- Collaborated with IEP teams and special education department to effectively communicate with families using languages other than English.
- Collaborated within district assessment team to support schools with statewide assessment (TESA), identification and progress monitoring (LAS), and English Language Proficiency Assessment (ELPA).
- Assisted school counselors, administrators, teachers, families and students in implementing district policies, federal and state regulations, and student discipline guidelines.
- Facilitated communication between the district and school to provide support in IEP meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and community outreach.
- Maintained records and generated reports pertinent to work activities.
Teacher, 2nd and 3rd grade
Beaverton School District
Beaverton, Oregon
08.2001 - 06.2008
- Planned, organized, and delivered instruction for diverse student populations, including ESL learners and students with IEPs.
- Aligned instruction and assessment with Oregon Common Curriculum Goals, State Standards and Benchmarks, and National Standards.
- Established classroom setting fostering respect among children for self and peers.
- Established an organized, student-centered, print-rich environment to enhance learning for all students.
- Enhanced cultural awareness through integration of children's literature from diverse global cultures.
- Facilitated interactive learning through integration of educational software and Internet resources.
- Customized teaching strategies and resources to accommodate diverse student needs and interests.
- Evaluated student performance and developed instructional units tailored to achievement level.
- Utilized Spanish skills daily to enhance instruction for ESL students.
- Communicated and collaborated consistently with parents to enhance students' learning and healthy development in school and at home.
- Assessed and analyzed students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
- Developed and implemented behavior management strategies to enhance student learning.
- Collaborated with educators and administrators to assess and enhance elementary school programs.
- Collaborated with professionals to coordinate and design instruction for ESL and special education students
- Participated in professional development initiatives by attending educational conferences and teacher training workshops.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Policy and Management
University of Oregon
Eugene, Oregon01.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Oregon
Eugene, Oregon01.1999
Minor in Spanish - Foreign language
University of Oregon
Eugene, Oregon01.1999
Skills
- Technology integration
- Differentiated instruction
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- ESL instruction
- Spanish fluency
- Continuous learning
- Team collaboration
- Positive learning atmosphere
- Student-centered approach to learning
- Student assessment
Additional Positions And Accomplishments
- TAG Coordinator, 2005-2008
- Literacy Coordinator, 2002-2006
- Math Adoption Team
- Literacy Adoption Team
- Filmed by Linda Hoyt Production Company for professional development videos, workshops, and book series
- Taught weekend TAG classes
- Taught summer school to high risk learners, 2006-2007
Professional Development Courses And Workshops
- Love and Logic for Teachers, Heritage College
- How to Teach Reading, Heritage College
- Healthy Food and Exercise Choices for Children, Heritage College
- Love and Logic for Parents and Teachers, Heritage College
- GLAD (Guided Language Acquisition Design) trained
- Developing Literacy First Course (ELIC)
- KOI TAG Inventory Course
- First Steps trained
- PBS trained
- List of additional professional growth courses upon request
Certification
- Professional teaching license
- Certified educational consultant for the Time to Teach program
- Linda Hoyt professional development course
- PBS trained
- GLAD (guided language aquisition design) trained
- Tony Stead workshop
- First steps trained
- TAG trained
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Affiliations
- Playing with my 4 children
- Exercising
- Cooking
- Traveling
- Interior design
- Health and wellness
Accomplishments
- Appeared in Linda Hoyt's book series and her professional development films.
- Marathon runner
- Birthed triplet daughters
Timeline
Certified Educational Consultant
Center for Teacher Effectiveness
01.2025 - Current
Teacher, 3rd grade
Springfield School District
01.2025 - 06.2025
Supervisor for the student licensure program
University of Oregon
09.2017 - 05.2018
ESL Facilitator
Beaverton School District
08.2008 - 06.2010
Wife and Mom
of 4 children
02.2008 - Current
Teacher, 2nd and 3rd grade
Beaverton School District
08.2001 - 06.2008
Master of Arts - Educational Policy and Management
University of Oregon
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Oregon
Minor in Spanish - Foreign language
University of Oregon
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