Diligent educator with over 25 years of experience and a rich background in fostering physical health and well-being in young learners. Skilled in designing engaging physical activities that promote fitness and teamwork. Demonstrated ability in classroom management and effective communication.
Employ cross-curricular program by teaching across subject areas in Math, Reading, and Language Arts.
Strive to shape classroom and instructional materials to help students develop valuable thinking skills through innovative approaches to learning.
Plan and implement Ohio Standards in all subject areas.
Use assessment programs to screen and progress monitor students in reading and math.
Member of various teacher based and building leadership teams involved with improving school culture, curriculum restructuring and district improvement:
7th and 8th Grade Tutor/5th Grade Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Beachwood City Schools
08.2000 - 06.2002
Assisted 7th and 8th grade students in developing time-management, organizational and study skills
Provided small group remediation for struggling students in all subject areas.
Developed and instructed all lessons and assessments of 5th grade students.
3rd Grade Teacher
St. Gregory the Great School
08.1998 - 07.2000
Developed and instructed all lessons and assessments of students.
Education
M.S. - Education - Literacy Development and Instruction
Cleveland State University
12-2004
Reading Endorsement -
01.2005
B.S. - Elementary Education- Concentration in History
Ohio University
08-1998
Skills
Commitment to student development
Adept at addressing diverse student needs
Proficient in prioritizing tasks
Open to new challenges
Diligent and trustworthy
Strong oral presentation skills
COACHING EXPERIENCE
Volleyball Coach 2000-2003 - Assistant coach for 7th and 8th grade students which included the development for team work, dedication and discipline.
Basketball Coach 2000-2003, 2022, 2025 - Coached 3rd, 5th, 7th and 8th grade students which included breaking down skills to the very basic level in order to introduce students to the game.
Soccer Coach 2017-2021 - Coached pre-k through 2nd graders and introduced them to the basic skills while introducing them to the game of soccer.