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Brianna Burger

Wichita,Kansas

Summary

Skilled Language Arts Teacher knowledgeable about building strong verbal and written communication skills in all students. Familiar with curriculum selection, lesson planning and classroom management strategies. Learns and integrates new technologies and teaching strategies. Realizes consistent improvement in test scores year after year.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head Cheerleading Coach

Derby North Middle School (USD260)
08.2019 - Current
  • Taught range of sport-specific skills with optimal safety standards to 20+ 7th and 8th grade cheerleaders.
  • Observed cheerleaders during events and practices to determine needs for individual or team improvement.
  • Prepared cheerleaders for games and competitions with rigorous practice schedule.
  • Coordinated with parents, boosters, and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements.
  • Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.

English Language Arts Teacher

Derby North Middle School (USD260)
08.2015 - Current
  • Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help 130+ students master learning objectives.
  • Evaluated academic skills of each student through formative and summative assessments, assignments and projects, and standardized tests.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology (including but not limited to Canvas, StudySync, IXL Google Workspace, and Canva) to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
  • Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
  • Developed curriculum and piloted a Creative Writing course
  • Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.

Education

Bachelor's - Secondary Education

Newman University
Wichita, KS
05.2015

Skills

  • Parent Communication
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Proficient in Canvas, Skyward, Google Workspace, IXL, and Canva
  • Grading proficiency
  • Trained in Kagan Cooperative Learning and Win-Win Discipline
  • Curriculum selection and implementation, including digital textbook

Certification

English Language Arts Professional Teaching License 6-12

English for Speakers of Other Languages 6-12

Additional Information

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Timeline

Head Cheerleading Coach

Derby North Middle School (USD260)
08.2019 - Current

English Language Arts Teacher

Derby North Middle School (USD260)
08.2015 - Current

English Language Arts Professional Teaching License 6-12

English for Speakers of Other Languages 6-12

Bachelor's - Secondary Education

Newman University
Brianna Burger