Bettina Robertson
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Professional educator skilled in creating dynamic, inclusive classroom experiences that drive student success. Adept at leveraging diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs, ensuring comprehensive understanding of material. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in ever-evolving educational settings, with focus on critical thinking and communication.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher (English Composition & English Literature)
Saint Gregory the Great Catholic School
11.2016 - Current
- 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.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
German Instructor
STIHL
08.2012 - 08.2016
- Served as a mentor to new teachers by sharing successful strategies for managing classroom dynamics and developing effective lesson plans.
- Utilized various teaching tools such as textbooks, audio-visual aids, games, role-plays, and storytelling to effectively deliver content.
- Provided individualized instruction, tailoring lesson plans to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Ensured continuity between courses by developing a cohesive curriculum that clearly outlined learning objectives and expectations for each level of instruction.
Registrar
Saint Gregory the Great Catholic School
08.2004 - 06.2016
- Organized, reviewed, and filed paperwork for secure recordkeeping.
- Greeted every guest with personable approach and provided knowledgeable service.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Ensured accurate student records by diligently maintaining and updating information in the database.
- Assisted with accreditation efforts through meticulous record-keeping and timely submission of required documentation.
- Coordinated effectively with admissions offices to streamline acceptance notifications and enrollment procedures for incoming students.
- Maintained positive relationships with faculty members to facilitate seamless coordination on course offerings, schedules, and other academic matters impacting students'' experiences.
5th Grade German Teacher
Saint Gregory the Great Catholic School
05.2004 - 05.2016
- Contributed to the development of departmental goals and objectives, aligning instructional practices with overall school priorities.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current on best practices for teaching German as a foreign language.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as field trips and guest speakers to expose students to authentic experiences in German-speaking environments.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative and summative assessments, adapting instructional approaches as needed.
Branch Manager, Assistant Vice President
Wachovia Bank, N.A.
04.1987 - 05.2002
- Continuously monitored branch performance against key performance indicators, taking corrective actions as needed to ensure objectives were met or exceeded.
- Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
- Improved customer satisfaction ratings by enhancing service quality and resolving client issues promptly.
- Oversaw daily operations for streamlined efficiency, ensuring timely execution of tasks and optimal resource allocation.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA05-2020
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA05-2016
Associate of Science - Social Sciences
Tidewater Community College
05-2012
Certification
- [Name of Certification] [Issuing Organization] [Year Month]
Languages
German
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Teacher (English Composition & English Literature)
Saint Gregory the Great Catholic School
11.2016 - Current
German Instructor
STIHL
08.2012 - 08.2016
Registrar
Saint Gregory the Great Catholic School
08.2004 - 06.2016
5th Grade German Teacher
Saint Gregory the Great Catholic School
05.2004 - 05.2016
Branch Manager, Assistant Vice President
Wachovia Bank, N.A.
04.1987 - 05.2002
- [Name of Certification] [Issuing Organization] [Year Month]
Master of Arts - Education
Regent University
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Virginia
Associate of Science - Social Sciences
Tidewater Community College
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