Dedicated educator focused on fostering social and academic growth in students. Experienced in developing engaging, hands-on lesson plans that stimulate imagination and learning. Skilled in creating individualized instructional strategies to address diverse learning needs. Committed to enhancing student success through tailored educational approaches.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Huda School/Berkley School District
Franklin
01.2021 - Current
Designed and implemented daily lesson plans for kindergarten students.
Enhanced student engagement for learning through maintaining a collaborative learning classroom environment.
Created a variety of learning experiences which incorporated technology into instruction.
Implemented focused lessons for literacy readiness highlighting phonics, language comprehension and writing abilities.
Integrated variety of educational programs to develop strong academic foundation.
Maintained accurate records of student attendance and grades as required by school policy.
Oversaw class field trips to keep students safe and educate about related topics.
Developed positive relationships with students, families, staff members, and outside agencies.
Planned and implemented engaging lessons to meet the individual needs of each student.
Media and Study Skills Teacher
Berkley School District
Dearborn Hts.
01.2019 - 01.2021
Prepared and implemented lessons in language arts and mathematics, reinforcing standards-aligned topics in grades K-5.
Prepared and implemented literacy-themed classroom activities, along with library skills.
Instructed classes on basic principles of library science, including classification systems and reference sources.
Science Instructor
Nuts About Science, Inc.
01.2013 - 02.2020
Company Overview: Serving Livonia and Northville Public Schools.
Created and implemented standards-aligned, STEM-focused, hands-on lessons for grades K-5.
Conducted hands-on experiments to enhance students' understanding of scientific concepts.
Education
B.A. - Elementary Education, Group Science, Mathematics and Structure of Discipline
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI
01-2003
Skills
Curriculum development and lesson planning
Classroom management techniques
Literacy instruction strategies
Technology integration
Student assessment methods
Field trip organization
Social-emotional learning
Professional Development
Leader in Me Workshop: 7 Habits and Core
Number Talks - K-5th Grade
Literacy Footprints Guided Reading System
Collaborative Classroom: Being a Reader, Being a Writer
Teaching Students With ADHD with Michigan Virtual University
Building Classroom Culture: Classroom Management that Works with Van Andel Institute
Danielson’s Domains Framework at Berkley School District
Accomplishments
I have been evaluated with highly effective for the past 3 years by Berkley School District.
I have mentored incoming new teachers in Kindergarten and first grade.
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Huda School/Berkley School District
01.2021 - Current
Media and Study Skills Teacher
Berkley School District
01.2019 - 01.2021
Science Instructor
Nuts About Science, Inc.
01.2013 - 02.2020
B.A. - Elementary Education, Group Science, Mathematics and Structure of Discipline