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Britnee Smithers

5775 W. Roosevelt St.,AZ

Summary

With a proven track record at Riverside School District #2, I excel in classroom management and fostering relationship building. Leveraging interactive teaching methods and differentiated instruction, I've significantly enhanced student engagement and learning outcomes. My commitment to professional development and collaborative learning underscores my ability to adapt and thrive in dynamic educational settings.

Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Riverside School District #2
07.2023 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.

Co-Lead Preschool Teacher

Kiddie Academy
01.2023 - 07.2023
  • Improved language development by integrating storytelling, songs, and interactive games in daily lessons.
  • Increased student participation in class activities by implementing various motivational techniques and rewards systems.
  • Promoted a positive classroom environment by implementing effective classroom management strategies and fostering strong relationships with students.
  • Provided constructive feedback on assignments, helping students understand areas for improvement and encouraging continued growth.
  • Enhanced social-emotional learning through age-appropriate activities focused on self-awareness, empathy, and relationship-building skills.

Teacher's Assistant

Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
02.2012 - 07.2022
  • Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
  • Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.

Education

Master of Science - Reading With Emphasis in Elementary Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
10-2025

Bachelor of Science - Early CHildhood Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
10-2022

Skills

  • Classroom management

  • Relationship building

  • Lesson planning

  • Student engagement

  • Behavior management

  • Parent-teacher communication

  • Growth mindset

  • Positive role model and mentor

  • Classroom instruction

  • Differentiated instruction

  • Collaborative learning

  • Curriculum implementation

Timeline

Teacher

Riverside School District #2
07.2023 - Current

Co-Lead Preschool Teacher

Kiddie Academy
01.2023 - 07.2023

Teacher's Assistant

Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
02.2012 - 07.2022

Master of Science - Reading With Emphasis in Elementary Education

Grand Canyon University

Bachelor of Science - Early CHildhood Education

Grand Canyon University

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