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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Branden Robinson

Thornton,CO

Summary

Professional, dedicated, and passionate, an empowering educator with a solid commitment to the social and academic growth and development of every child. Demonstrates an avid ability to bring fidelity and innovation to lessons to enhance student performance and individualize instruction. Experienced with developing a safe learning environment through the use of restorative practices and strong student-teacher relationships. Collaborative thinker who

continually develops multi-cultural experiences and cross grade level opportunities for student learning and immersion.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

1st Grade Teacher

Rocky Mountain Prep: Creekside
08.2021 - Current

Fostered an engaging and inclusive learning environment Prepared and Implemented multiple curriculums, monitored student progress and adjusted instruction,weekly coaching meetings, organized after school clubs and activities to promote student growth and development of soft skills, proven track record of student growth in ELA and mathematics. Enhanced classroom management techniques, resulting in a more focused and productive learning environment.

2nd Grade Teacher

Jefferson Academy
08.2021 - 05.2022

Creating a safe learning environment, lesson planning, PLC

collaboration, small group instruction, data analysis, pedagogy

knowledge, parent conference, growth mindset for students, blended learning, curriculum planning, morning meeting, high engagement strategies, Orton-Gillingham phonics instruction, differentiated strategies and scaffold learning, disciplinary literacy

1st Grade Teacher

Jefferson Academy Elementary
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Creating a safe learning environment, lesson planning, PLC collaboration, small group instruction, data analysis, pedagogy knowledge, parent conference, growth mindset for students, blended learning, curriculum planning, morning meeting, high engagement strategies, after school ELA clubs differentiated strategies and scaffold learning, disciplinary literacy

5th Grade Teacher

Edgewater Elementary
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Developed a classroom community and safe environment by providing clear rules and expectations, unique, engaging and differentiated lessons; parent conferences, problem-based learning, Focused on Science of Reading, fostered diverse needs, positive relationships, high expectations, whole child teaching, collaboration, disciplinary literacy

Student Teacher

Simper Elementary
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Developed and taught a Science unit, gained an understanding of the importance of progress monitoring and immediate student feedback; Empowered students to comprehend and utilize the eight International Baccalaureate learner profiles to understand and explore the world around them

Site Director

YMCA of Metro Denver
01.2016
  • Encouraged students to achieve and recognize their unique talents, while extending learning in an after school environment.

Education

BACHELOR'S DEGREE - Interdisciplinary Studies K-6

University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, Colorado

Skills

  • Lesson planning
  • Small group instruction
  • Restorative practices
  • Professional Learning Communities
  • Collaboration
  • Engagement
  • Student relationships
  • Microsoft word
  • Google classroom
  • Zoom/Virtual meeting
  • PearDeck
  • DIBELS assessment
  • MAPS assessment

Certification

  • Educator
  • Branden Robinson
  • STATE LICENSE
  • Professional License
  • 216934
  • Endorsements K-6
  • READ Act - Expected July 2022
  • Orton-Gillingham Yoshimoto Training
  • Ron Clark Academy Slide Certified
  • Strategies In Action: Reading and Writing methods and content training
  • Problem based learning

References

  • Jill Wolfe, Educational Assistant, Jefferson Academy, Jwolfe@jajags.com, 303-478-0464
  • Marina Tecson, K-3 Interventionist, Jefferson Academy, tecson.marina@gmail.com, 713-392-2765
  • Krista Stiveson, 2nd Grade Teacher, Jefferson Academy, kstiveson@jajags.com, 303-525-6589
  • Deb O'Neill, Principal, Jefferson Academy, Doneill@jajags.com, 303-438-1011

Timeline

1st Grade Teacher

Rocky Mountain Prep: Creekside
08.2021 - Current

2nd Grade Teacher

Jefferson Academy
08.2021 - 05.2022

1st Grade Teacher

Jefferson Academy Elementary
01.2019 - 01.2021

5th Grade Teacher

Edgewater Elementary
01.2017 - 01.2019

Student Teacher

Simper Elementary
01.2016 - 01.2017

Site Director

YMCA of Metro Denver
01.2016

BACHELOR'S DEGREE - Interdisciplinary Studies K-6

University of Northern Colorado
Branden Robinson