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Bethany Monk

Colorado Springs,CO

Summary

Knowledgeable educator with strong foundation in English education. Proven success in developing dynamic lesson plans and fostering positive learning environment. Demonstrated ability in classroom management and curriculum development.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

English Teacher at Springs Studio for Academic Excellence

Falcon District 49
Colorado Springs, CO
08.2025 - Current
  • Planned engaging, project-based curriculum for 10th and 12th grade students, cultivating critical thinking, collaboration, and real-world application of content knowledge

English/Language Arts Teacher at Career Readiness Academy Middle School

Harrison District 2
Colorado Springs, CO
08.2024 - 08.2025
  • Assessed student performance through diverse evaluation methods, providing constructive feedback to support growth

English/Language Arts teacher at Challenger Middle School

Academy District 20
Colorado Springs, CO
01.2023 - 07.2023
  • Created and delivered high-interest, standards-aligned lessons for diverse learners

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ
08.2002 - 05.2003
  • Taught college-level English composition; implemented rigorous curriculum to help students refine their research and writing skills

Education

Single Subject Teaching Credential - Language Arts

Chapman University
Walnut Creek, CA

Master of Arts Degree - English

Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ

Bachelor of Arts Degree - English

University of Montana
Missoula, MT

Skills

  • Formative and summative assessments
  • Positive behavior management systems
  • Project-based learning
  • Social-emotional learning integration
  • Standards-aligned lesson planning
  • Writing instruction

Timeline

English Teacher at Springs Studio for Academic Excellence

Falcon District 49
08.2025 - Current

English/Language Arts Teacher at Career Readiness Academy Middle School

Harrison District 2
08.2024 - 08.2025

English/Language Arts teacher at Challenger Middle School

Academy District 20
01.2023 - 07.2023

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Northern Arizona University
08.2002 - 05.2003

Single Subject Teaching Credential - Language Arts

Chapman University

Master of Arts Degree - English

Northern Arizona University

Bachelor of Arts Degree - English

University of Montana

Military Experience

  • United States Navy Journalist for base newspaper, “The Foc’le” at Naval Station Ingleside in Ingleside, TX
  • Conducted research and wrote news articles and human interest stories about Navy life, missions, and community outreach projects
  • Enlisted from 1995 to 1998