Brenda Hartig
Beaumont,CA
Summary
Upbeat Elementary School 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.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Dunlap Elementary School - YCJUSD
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and workshops.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments to inform instructional decisions.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Fostered social-emotional growth in students through daily morning meetings, conflict resolution strategies, and character education lessons.
- Rewarded student success by utilizing praise and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Helped struggling students by motivating and encouraging kids to reach full potential.
- Inspired students to take ownership of learning and become autonomous thinkers.
Student Teacher, Third Grade
Three Rings Ranch Elementary School
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
- Utilized various teaching techniques and strategies to engage students in learning.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem solving skills to enable students to step out of comfort zone.
- Facilitated discussions and activities to promote student collaboration and engagement.
- Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
Team Mom
BYB, MVYF, BCYB
02.2004 - 04.2018
- Maintained a professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry parents or coaches.
- Established team rosters, and maintained schedules for practices and tournaments.
- Planned, organized, and implemented fundraising ideas and activities for the team.
- Cultivated positive rapport between the team's coaches and parents.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize equipment, uniforms, and tournament fees.
Classroom Volunteer
Sundance Elementary School
08.2008 - 06.2015
- Provided general assistance to classroom teachers by distributing paperwork and cleaning up play areas.
- Made copies to assist teacher in preparing future lessons.
- Monitored students in lunchroom and at recess.
- Demonstrated different educational, behavioral and physical skills.
- Assisted classes with parties and events.
- Assisted students with special projects.
- Helped students complete tasks such as specific work problems and tying shoes.
- Coordinated with teacher to implement lesson plans and keep students on track.
- Read stories with small groups of students aged 4 to 11.
- Played games with small groups of students reviewing previous day's material.
- Prepared materials for class activities and art projects.
- Oversaw special activities and monitored students during field trips.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
- Laminated teaching materials to increase durability under repeated use.
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
- Assisted with school field trips and special events by collecting permission slips and payments.
- Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
- Monitored students in computer lab to enforce proper use of resources.
- Maintained and operated classroom equipment to maximize use and lifespan.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
Volunteer
Sugar Hill Elementary School
07.2004 - 06.2008
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Tutored at various competency levels to help people with reading, math and writing skills.
Customer Service Specialist
Vons
10.2003 - 03.2004
- Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
- Addressed customer complaints and mitigated dissatisfaction by employing timely and on-point solutions.
- Took payment information and other pertinent information such as addresses and phone numbers to place orders.
- Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers.
- Offered internal and external customers first-rate customer service to maximize satisfaction and business success.
- Reinforced established quality control standards and followed procedures for optimal customer interactions.
- Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
- Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
- Participated in team meetings and training sessions to stay informed about product updates and changes.
Education
Masters in Education - Education
United States University
Chula Vista, CA10.2023
Multi Subject Teaching Credential - Elementary School Teaching
United States University
Chula Vista, CA06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California Baptist University
Riverside, CA05.2022
Skills
- Elementary Education
- Lesson Planning
- Relationship Building
- Classroom Management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Conflict Resolution
- Adaptability
- Safe, Positive Learning Environment
- Time Management
- State Standards Adherence
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Dunlap Elementary School - YCJUSD
09.2023 - 06.2024
Student Teacher, Third Grade
Three Rings Ranch Elementary School
02.2023 - 06.2023
Classroom Volunteer
Sundance Elementary School
08.2008 - 06.2015
Volunteer
Sugar Hill Elementary School
07.2004 - 06.2008
Team Mom
BYB, MVYF, BCYB
02.2004 - 04.2018
Customer Service Specialist
Vons
10.2003 - 03.2004
Masters in Education - Education
United States University
Multi Subject Teaching Credential - Elementary School Teaching
United States University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California Baptist University
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