Professional Teacher focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. Skilled lecturer, discussion facilitator and hands-on leader focused on student success. Excels at meeting and exceeding district standards.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Science Teacher
Horizons Friends School
06.2022 - 08.2023
Organized program materials and documented attendance, incidents and other observations.
Acclimated to teacher's needs to provide classroom coverage.
Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best education for students.
Modeled positive behaviors to assist with learning.
Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
Used computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement presentations.
Primary School Teacher
Hammersmith School For Girls
08.2015 - 06.2022
Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Maintained positive and professional classroom environment throughout school year.
Developed communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning.
Developed positive rapport with students of various and diverse backgrounds.
Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
Fostered positive and pleasant classroom culture while maintaining learning development goals.
Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
English Instructor
Morioka English Academy
07.2008 - 08.2015
Evaluated students' abilities and grasp of English language, keeping appropriate records and preparing progress reports.
Encouraged participation by maintaining positive attitude and proactively engaging students in activities and lessons.
Initiated, facilitated and moderated classroom discussions for college-level English students.
Immersed students in unfamiliar cultures by devising hands-on activities.
Employed diverse teaching approaches to help students of all abilities understand material.
Developed lesson plans and adapted curriculum to meet individual needs of students
Developed interesting lectures and educational activities to maximize learning within classroom.
Headmistress
Sear Rogers International School
07.2004 - 06.2008
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Kindergarten Teacher
Lappeenranta English Kindergarten
07.2000 - 06.2004
Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.
Collaborated with other faculty and staff to promote rigorous learning opportunities, general well-being of school and collective interest of staff and student body.
Reported to parents and administration about student progress.
Maintained stimulating learning environments through original, interactive classroom layouts and displays.
Teaching Fellow
IFESH (NGO)
10.1997 - 12.1997
Verified course design and delivery complied with school quality guidelines and regulatory standards.
Provided mentoring, gave advice on study skills and helped students with learning problems.
Collaborated with other faculty and staff to improve teaching and learning by sharing resources and best practices.
Offered support for online and distance learning to provide instruction for students unable to attend classes in person.
Collaborated with staff in curriculum reviews to improve course and program offerings.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
Angelo State University
San Angelo, TX
12.1990
Skills
Student Engagement
Instructional Techniques
Positive Reinforcement Strategies
Safety Awareness
Student Development
Behavior Management Techniques
Multicultural Education
Elementary Education
Special Assignments
Test Preparation
English as a Second Language
Literacy Support
Classroom Management
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Science Teacher
Horizons Friends School
06.2022 - 08.2023
Primary School Teacher
Hammersmith School For Girls
08.2015 - 06.2022
English Instructor
Morioka English Academy
07.2008 - 08.2015
Headmistress
Sear Rogers International School
07.2004 - 06.2008
Kindergarten Teacher
Lappeenranta English Kindergarten
07.2000 - 06.2004
Teaching Fellow
IFESH (NGO)
10.1997 - 12.1997
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature