Motivated teacher enthusiastic about working with students of all backgrounds and skill levels. Friendly and collaborative team player. 25 years in field.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Interventionist
Windham Primary School
02.2023 - Current
Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
Developed strong relationships with students, fostering trust and promoting a positive learning environment.
Utilized technology tools effectively to enhance instruction delivery during intervention sessions while maintaining a high level of student engagement.
Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
Third Grade Teacher
Windham Primary School
08.2009 - 02.2023
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices,.
Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
Promoted a positive learning environment by implementing effective classroom management strategies and maintaining consistent expectations.
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on curriculum planning, classroom management techniques, and effective teaching strategies.
Integrated social-emotional learning strategies into daily lessons, fostering empathy and emotional intelligence among students.
Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
Served as a team leader for the third grade team which made decisions for our school community.
Participated in school district and community events and initiatives.
Teacher
SAD 17 Oxford Hills School Administrative District
08.1999 - 06.2009
Taught fifth grade for one year and third grade for the subsequent years.
Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Maine
Orono, ME
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Maine
Orono, ME
12-1998
Skills
Continuous professional development
Progress monitoring
Flexible approach
Teacher collaboration
Individualized support
Team collaboration
Problem-solving skills
Time management
Attention to detail
Google Suite
Timeline
Instructional Interventionist
Windham Primary School
02.2023 - Current
Third Grade Teacher
Windham Primary School
08.2009 - 02.2023
Teacher
SAD 17 Oxford Hills School Administrative District