Brandee Simpson
Waynesburg,PA
Summary
Upbeat Elementary Teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Teacher
Brownsville Area School District
07.1999 - Current
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Implemented creative classroom management techniques to maintain an orderly and focused learning environment.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering strong communication between students, parents, and staff members.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Contributed to the improvement of school-wide curriculum by participating in professional development workshops and sharing insights with colleagues.
- Enhanced student motivation and participation through the development of diverse, hands-on learning experiences.
- Supported special education inclusion efforts by adapting lessons and working closely with specialists to meet individual student needs.
Education
Post Baccalaureate Certification - Library Media Science
Fairmont State College
Fairmont, West Virginia05.2005
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
California University of Pennsylvania
California, Pennsylvania05.1997
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Relationship Building
- Lesson Planning
- Team Collaboration
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Classroom Management
- Technology Integration
- Positive Reinforcement
- Classroom Organization
- Growth Mindset
- Individualized Instruction
- Student Motivation
Recent Trainings
Youth Suicide: Awareness, Prevention, and Postvention-PA Act 71 (2024)
Students Experiencing Homelessness: Awareness and Understanding (2024)
FERPA: Confidentiality of Records (2023)
Trauma Informed Practices (2023)
Child Abuse and Mandatory Reporting (2023)
Educator Discipline Act, Sexual Misconduct and Maintaining Professional Boundaries (2023)
Timeline
Elementary Teacher
Brownsville Area School District
07.1999 - Current
Post Baccalaureate Certification - Library Media Science
Fairmont State College
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
California University of Pennsylvania
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