Upbeat teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Hi, I’m
Bekka Duncan
teacher
Williston,ND
Summary
Overview
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Williston Trinity Christian School
3rd Grade Teacher
08.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Sourced supplies to fill gaps in student activities.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Incorporated [Software] technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
- Provided individualized and diversified instruction to support student comprehension and assist with navigating challenges.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Scheduled and directed field trips and hands-on activities to foster student learning and creativity.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Utilized study guides and interactive study tools to increase standardized test scores.
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Developed and implemented discipline strategies to maintain classroom order.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
SIDNEY CITY SCHOOLS
Experience
Substitute Teacher K
03.2022 - 05.2022
Job overview
Kennewick School District
Special Education Paraprofessional
10.2011 - 08.2021
Job overview
- I was in the classroom as if I were the teacher and did all of the responsibilities of a teacher
- Special education para, I worked in the resource room
- I aided the teacher in running groups, writing lesson plans, filing, etc
- Interpreting IEPs, and applying them to the students ensuring that staff was properly communicated with regarding students' behavior
- Advocating for students as the need arose
- I was also a 1/1 for a such period in which the student needed assistance in the classroom
- I made schedules and followed them, and communicated with staff about services
- Worked with another para to meet student needs
- Collected data to track student progress toward a goal or to get information about a student.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Collaborated with teachers and specialists to assess student progress.
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Provided individualized reading, writing and math instruction to support student development.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Observed individuals or groups of students in variety of settings to maintain safe and positive learning environment.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Liaised one-on-one with learners to provide additional support tailored to specific learning needs.
- Communicated with teachers and other district personnel to assist in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives.
- Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
Education
Grand Canyon University
BS of education from gen ed
11.2023
University Overview
3.7 or higher my entire enrollment
I have worked full-time while going to school as well
University of Phoenix
AA from Criminal Justice
05.2012
University Overview
I was able to finish this degree in the time frame allotted while traveling to and from dr. appointments for my twins.
Skills
- Time management, Communication skills, Teamwork
- Professional Development
- Maintaining Student Records
- Time Management
- Team Collaboration
Quote
What you do in life -echos in eternity
Timeline
3rd Grade Teacher
Williston Trinity Christian School
08.2022 - Current
Experience
Substitute Teacher K
SIDNEY CITY SCHOOLS
03.2022 - 05.2022
Special Education Paraprofessional
Kennewick School District
10.2011 - 08.2021
Grand Canyon University
BS of education from gen ed
University of Phoenix
AA from Criminal Justice