I am a dedicated education professional eager to continue my full-time teaching career. I am committed to planning instruction based upon analysis of student learning and working collaboratively with colleagues in order to achieve goals and support all learners. Collaboration and leadership skills are my strengths and I look forward to building relationships with teachers and specialists. I am committed to creating a safe and positive learning environment where all students experience growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
3rd Grade Teacher
Pinebrook Elementary School
Aldie, VA
08.2018 - Current
instructional team lead for the 3rd grade team
examines student data during weekly CLT meetings in order to track student progress and plan for instruction/intervention
monitors student learning using common formative assessments
provides families with weekly classroom updates
implements social and emotional learning daily through morning meeting
implements math workshop
employs current best practices in literacy (reading and writing workshop, read aloud, word study, handwriting)
Managed classroom behavior using positive reinforcement strategies.
Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
Facilitated small group instruction for targeted skill development.
Developed positive relationships with students by providing a safe learning environment.
Attended professional development workshops to stay current on educational trends.
Integrated technology into daily instruction to promote 21st century learning skills.
Provided differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all learners in a 3rd grade classroom.
1st Grade Teacher
Pinebrook Elementary School
Aldie, VA
08.2012 - 08.2018
Aligned instruction and assessments to pacing guides and VA SOL's
Collaborated with grade level teachers and specialists to support all learners
monitored student learning using common formative assessments
employed best practices in literacy (shared reading, read aloud, guided reading, writing workshop)
provided weekly communication to families
Encouraged positive behaviors through active supervision and positive reinforcement techniques.
Attended staff meetings and contributed ideas for improving instructional strategies or school policies.
Integrated technology into lesson plans to enhance student learning experiences.
Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching best practices or new technologies.
Education
Masters in Early Childhood Education -
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA
01-2019
Bachelor of Science - Education
Radford University
Radford, VA
05-2011
Skills
Math Workshop
Personalized Learning
Student Engagement
Organizational Skills
Social and Emotional Learning
Positive Behavior Supports/Interventions
Family Involvement
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
3rd Grade Teacher
Pinebrook Elementary School
08.2018 - Current
1st Grade Teacher
Pinebrook Elementary School
08.2012 - 08.2018
Masters in Early Childhood Education -
George Mason University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Radford University
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