Bobbi Baker
Summary
Dynamic educator from USD 259 Wichita Public Schools, adept in targeted instructional strategies and fostering strong parent-teacher communication. Excelled in creating organized learning environments and implementing effective classroom instruction. Proven track record in enhancing student learning through innovative teaching methods and collaborative faculty efforts.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
USD 259 Wichita Public Schools
08.2013 - Current
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
Classroom Teacher
USD 437 Auburn Washburn Public Schools
08.1988 - 05.1996
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Washburn University of Topeka
Topeka, KSSkills
- Targeted Instructional Strategies
- Lesson planning
- Early childhood development
- Effective Classroom Management
- Organized Learning Environment
- Effective Classroom Instruction
- Faculty collaboration
- Group and individual instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Parent communication
- Behavior management
- Curriculum development
- Assessment and evaluation
- Social-emotional learning
- Strong work ethic and dependable
- Collaborative and Team-oriented
- Play-based learning
- Relationship building
Certification
Completed Letrs training Unit 1, Unit 2 and Early Childhood
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
USD 259 Wichita Public Schools
08.2013 - Current
Classroom Teacher
USD 437 Auburn Washburn Public Schools
08.1988 - 05.1996
Bachelor of Science -
Washburn University of Topeka
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