BETHANY DALLAS
Wyoming,MI
Summary
Successful English Teacher with expertise in building engaging lesson plans and communicating ideas to foster student comprehension. Expert in adapting course materials to meet established standards and individual academic capabilities. Well-versed in motivating students to meet learning objectives. In tandem, an Athletic Director with a background coordinating student eligibility, recruiting coaches and setting up transportation to sporting events. Passionate professional with exemplary talents in leading coaching staff and promoting leadership, decision-making, and good judgement.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Athletic Director
Ridge Park Charter Academy
09.2021 - Current
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring appropriate allocation of resources for all teams and programs.
- Established strong working relationships with parents through regular communication about athlete progress and upcoming events.
- Championed the importance of sportsmanship, ethical behavior, and personal responsibility both on and off the field, setting a strong example for athletes to follow.
- Recruited and interviewed individuals for coaching jobs and other athletic department staff positions.
English Teacher
Ridge Park Charter Academy
01.2020 - Current
- Boosted student performance on standardized reading tests through differentiated instruction.
- Developed a classroom environment that emphasized culturally diverse learning objectives.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need and implement targeted strategies for improvement.
- Mentored aspiring teachers from accredited universities, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective teaching methods.
English Teacher
Alger Middle School
01.2019 - 11.2019
- Covered required course topics through knowledgeable course selection and effective lesson planning.
- Taught fundamentals and advanced English concepts through lectures and assignments.
- Managed student and parent expectations by clearly outlining objectives and requirements.
- Diversified instruction with traditional, modern, and technology-based approaches.
- Collected and analyzed student growth indexes to monitor and improve student achievement.
Student Teacher
Union High School
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Helped struggling students with individualized support and tutoring.
- Supported student learning using diversified instructional techniques.
- Reduced behavioral incidents by modeling behaviors and employing positive reinforcement strategies.
- Engaged bored students with hands-on, immersive activities.
- Designed lessons around essential standards, developing best practices.
Teacher Assistant
Grandville Middle School
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Monitored student progress by fairly evaluating assignments and test answers.
- Boosted student learning with targeted lessons and activities.
- Helped students build life-long learning skills for continued academic success.
- Impacted student behavior through positive reinforcement and effective modeling strategies.
Education
English and Secondary Education - B.A. -
Grand Valley State University
Allendale Charter Township, MI12.2018
Skills
- Classroom management
- Flexibility in lesson planning
- Literary analysis
- Social and cultural awareness
- Technology integration
- Conflict management
- Student support
- Course planning
- Curriculum implementation
- Athletic program development
- Parent communication
- Reliability
Certification
- Active Michigan Teaching Certification with an English 6-12 endorsement
References
- Hector Ulloa, Principal, Ridge Park Charter Academy, 18.hulloa@nhaschools.com, (616) 552-3176
- Brad Agee, Athletic Director, Cross Creek Charter Academy, 11.bagee@nhaschools.com, (616) 656-4000
- Jai'la Hall, Academic and Behavior Support Specialist, Ridge Park Charter Academy, 18.jhall@nhaschools.com, (616) 307-3407
- Brian White, English Education Professor, Grand Valley State University, whiteb@gvsu.edu, (616) 331-3492
Timeline
Athletic Director
Ridge Park Charter Academy
09.2021 - Current
English Teacher
Ridge Park Charter Academy
01.2020 - Current
English Teacher
Alger Middle School
01.2019 - 11.2019
Student Teacher
Union High School
08.2018 - 12.2018
Teacher Assistant
Grandville Middle School
01.2018 - 05.2018
English and Secondary Education - B.A. -
Grand Valley State University
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