Bethany Martin
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
I am a motivated Teacher with 25 years of teaching experience. I am dedicated to children's educational needs and development. I am well-versed in presenting comprehensive lesson plans and assessing and recording student progress. I am a focused and diligent professional with in-depth knowledge of teaching best practices and strong moral values.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Lawrence Township Schools
Indianapolis, IN
09.2015 - Current
- Implemented and executed leadership responsibilities as the designated PLC Leader for consecutive years, spanning from 2021 through 2023
- Served on PBIS Committee
- Completed OG Training during the summer of 2020. Taught OG Groups from 2020-2024
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives (including Marzano)
- Trained in and taught Reveal Math and Amplify CKLA
- Implemented both formal and informal evaluation strategies to enhance measurement accuracy.
- Assessed, monitored, and recorded student progress through a variety of methods. Kept an accurate and up to date data sheet on all student progress
- Integrated educational software programs into daily lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes including using iReady
- Enhanced lessons with smart board technology, iPads and computers to address common core goals.
- Communicated weekly with parents via phone, email and ParentSquare
- Provided education to young learners in the first grade
Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools
Indianapolis, IN
01.2013 - 09.2015
- Proficient in SUPERKIDS reading Curriculum training
- Trained and skilled in Dibels Testing
- Developed and implemented lesson plans aligned with curriculum objectives.
- Incorporated instructional best practices such as differentiated instruction into lesson plans.
- Facilitated learning experiences for young children in Kindergarten
Imagine Life Sciences Academy East
Imagine Charter Schools
Indianapolis, IN
10.2008 - 12.2012
- Contributed to the RTI team's efforts
- Highly skilled in delivering Direct Instruction Reading curriculum
- Utilized effective teaching strategies to facilitate engagement and comprehension during Guided Reading sessions
- Implemented a hands-on approach to instruction
- Successfully trained to administer and assess Dibels tests
- Facilitated Readers Workshop for 4th graders
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Developed effective teaching strategies for Kindergarten and First grade.
- Served as a Title One Teacher for 1st-5th grade students
Teacher
Sarasota Christian School
Sarasota, Florida
08.1998 - 05.2007
- Planned, implemented and supervised a 3 day Marine Trip to Key Largo. Florida (I organized and delegated responsibilities to fellow faculty members
- Created Centers for science activities to compliment a hands-on curriculum
- communicated with parents
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
Education
Master of Arts - Degree in Curriculum And Instruction
Eastern Mennonite University
Harrisonburg, VA08-2005
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Eastern Mennonite University
Harrisonburg, VA05-1997
High School Diploma -
Woodland Hills High School
Pittsburgh, PA05-1993
Skills
- Curriculum Implementation
- Student Engagement
- Group Instruction
- Classroom Instruction
- Technology Use
- Graduate Work on Cooperative Learning Groups
Certification
- Indiana Professional Educator's License #1595802 Proficient Practitioner
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Teacher
Lawrence Township Schools
09.2015 - Current
Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools
01.2013 - 09.2015
Imagine Life Sciences Academy East
Imagine Charter Schools
10.2008 - 12.2012
Teacher
Sarasota Christian School
08.1998 - 05.2007
Master of Arts - Degree in Curriculum And Instruction
Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Eastern Mennonite University
High School Diploma -
Woodland Hills High School
- Indiana Professional Educator's License #1595802 Proficient Practitioner
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