Detail oriented and creative retired Kindergarten teacher with extensive experience in efficient room layouts and material organization. Experienced in creating and teaching organizational routines. Skilled in collaborating to solve problems.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-School Special Education Paraprofessional
Washoe County School District
08.2019 - 06.2020
Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies and classroom management for 16 special needs students aged 3-5.
Established professional relationships with parents to increase rapport and support.
Facilitated social and academic skills development through planned group activities and free play.
Developed strong rapport with students through empathy, patience, and understanding.
Teacher
Washoe County School District
09.1994 - 06.2015
Educated 25-60 students each year for 21 years.
Developed and implemented hands-on lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
Utilized assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adapt instructional strategies.
Created a positive classroom environment to enhance student learning and peer relationships.
Maintained open lines of communication with parents.
Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices for classroom management and lesson plan design and implementation.
Education
Teaching Certificate - Elementary Education
Sierra Nevada College
Incline Village, NV
1994
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ
1993
Skills
Visualize and implement space planning for function and aesthetic
Sort, organize and label household items
Create routines for clients to maintain organization
Special Education Paraprofessional Elementary and High School, Pre-K Aide at Gale Pond Elementary and Permain High SchoolSpecial Education Paraprofessional Elementary and High School, Pre-K Aide at Gale Pond Elementary and Permain High School