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Brittany Bird

Farmington

Summary

Obtaining a position as a high school science teacher that will utilize my strong dedication to the development and educational needs of students through data driven reflection and professional collaboration.




Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Title 1 Parent Engagement Lead

Farmington Municipal Schools
08.2024 - Current
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Science Teacher- 8th Grade

Hermosa Middle School
08.2023 - Current
  • Used OpenSciEd and Amplify-Science curriculum to teach, assess, and remediate based on the FMS district-created proficiency scales.
  • Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
  • Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
  • Incorporated project-based learning into the curriculum, challenging students to apply scientific principles in real-world situations while developing teamwork skills.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance; consistently enforced policies while maintaining fairness and respect toward all students.
  • Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
  • Used common formative assessments and District Topic Assessments to measure student progress and to plan remediation.
  • Communicated with parents when necessary in response to student learning and behavior.

Science Teacher- 6th Grade

Hermosa Middle School
08.2019 - 09.2022
  • Used the OpenScied curriculum and the FMS district created proficiency scale to prepare, teach, and modify daily/weekly lessons.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
  • Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
  • Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
  • Managed consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for students.
  • Administered tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and knowledge of course materials.
  • Set up demonstrations, assisting and supervising students while conducting experiments.
  • Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving with tailored recreation programs.
  • Designed common formative assessments with my cooperating 6th grade teacher.
  • Communicated with parents when necessary in response to student learning and behavior.
  • Reflected on formative assessment proficiency rates and retaught standards when needed.
  • Utilized new teaching technologies to meet learning objectives and enhance student experience during distance learning.
  • Assisted in recruiting and preparing students to participate in Science Olympiad at the district and state level.
  • Attended IEP and 504 meetings. Participated in all staff, district level, and PLC meetings (grade-level and content specific).

4th Grade Teacher

McKinley Elementary School
08.2018 - 05.2019
  • Prepared and taught daily/weekly lesson plans for my regular and intervention ELA and Math classes.
  • Designed common formative assessments with my cooperating 4th grade teachers.
  • Communicated with parents when necessary in response to student learning and behavior.
  • Reflected on formative assessment proficiency rates and retaught standards when needed.
  • Coordinated the McKinley Science Fair for K-12 students. Represented McKinley Elementary School at the Farmington District Science Fair.
  • McKinley Elementary School Science Textbook Adoption Team.

Science Teacher- 6th Grade

C.V. Koogler Middle School
08.2013 - 05.2018
  • Created a 6th Grade science curriculum which was designed based on the 6th grade Science- New Mexico Standards and Benchmarks, as well as the 6th Grade Science EOC Blueprint.
  • Planned lessons and created common formative assessments with my cooperating 6th Grade Science teacher.
  • Designed all yearly 6th Grade Science Interim Exams based on the 6th grade Science standards, the 6th Grade Science EOC Blueprint, and DOK questioning methods.
  • Applied for and received a $4,500.00 Conoco Phillips Grant used to purchase STEM related materials for myself and my cooperating teacher.
  • Created a goal setting sheet to be used as a reflection tool before and after each Interim Exam. This goal setting sheet was presented and shared out to the staff at KMS.
  • Communicated with parents when necessary in response to student learning and behavior.
  • Provided an up to date website which included: daily lessons, links to informational websites, important documents, notes/deadlines.
  • Followed the school designed 180- Day Plan and BIP Plan. I provided feedback and suggestions to my grade-level leader regarding improvement of that plan.
  • As a member of the ISA- Improve Student Achievement Committee, I contributed to the construction of a school-wide goal setting plan which was used to increase the upcoming ELA and Math PARCC scores.
  • Supported the Common Core Curriculum by regularly implementing science content based reading and writing assignments.
  • Taught hands-on lab based lessons for each unit throughout the year.
  • Organized the Koogler Middle School Science Fair and was the Koogler Middle School sponsor at the San Juan Regional Science and Engineering Fair.
  • Attended IEP and 504 meetings. Participated in all staff, district level, and PLC meetings (grade-level and content specific) every Monday.

Student Council Advisor

C.V. Koogler Middle School
08.2012 - 08.2015
  • Advised and supervised all council meetings and activities before, during, and after school ex. school service projects, community service projects, dances, pep rallies, sports concessions, fund raisers.
  • Managed all financial aspects of the organization.
  • Assisted members in preparing for district and state level workshops and competitions.

English Language Arts Teacher- 6th Grade

C.V. Koogler Middle School
08.2010 - 05.2013
  • Created a 6th grade ELA curriculum which was designed based on the 6th grade ELA- New Mexico Standards and Benchmarks, as well as the 6th grade NMSBA Exam.
  • Prepared and taught daily/weekly lesson plans for my regular, advanced, and remedial level classes.
  • Planned lessons and designed common formative assessments with my cooperating 6th grade ELA and gifted teachers.
  • Reflected on formative assessment proficiency rates and retaught standards when needed.
  • Coordinated both the KMS Spelling Bee and the KMS English Expo team.
  • Applied for and received a $1,500.00 Conoco Phillips Grant which was used to purchase cross curricular nonfiction text for my classroom.
  • Provided an up to date website which included: daily lessons, links to informational websites, important documents, notes/deadlines.
  • Attended IEP and 504 meetings. Participated in all staff, district level, and PLC meetings (grade-level and content specific).

Student Teacher- 5th Grade

McKinley Elementary School
01.2010 - 05.2010
  • Accumulated necessary hours of observation/teaching ELA, Math, Science, and History in a 5th grade classroom setting.
  • Reflected on observations and lessons taught with my cooperating teacher and college professors.

Education

M.D. - Master of Education- Technology Education

Eastern New Mexico University
Portales, NM
05-2025

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM
05-2010

Skills

  • Classroom management experience
  • Strong communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Computer proficiency- Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerSchool, Schoology
  • Goal setting and reflection
  • Strong Organization Skills
  • Curriculum development/test writing/lesson planning
  • Grant writing
  • Calm under pressure

Trainings

  • PLC Conference: Denver, Colorado- 2014
  • Common Core Conference: Albuquerque, New Mexico- 2015
  • Four Corners Outdoor Education Conference: Monticello, Utah- 2015- 2016
  • New Mexico Science Teacher Association Summit: Socorro New Mexico- 2016
  • Teacher Mentor/Mentee Program: 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
  • Agriculture in the Classroom Conference: Farmington, New Mexico- 2017
  • Teachers Pursuing Excellence Conference: Farmington, New Mexico- 2017
  • Teachers Pursuing Excellence Conference: Santa Fe, New Mexico- 2018
  • PAX Positive Behavior Training: Farmington, New Mexico- 2018
  • Do the Math Training: Farmington, New Mexico- 2018
  • ThinkCerca Training: Farmington, New Mexico- 2018, 2019
  • OpenScied Training: Albuquerque, New Mexico- 2019, 2020, 2021

Leadership

  • KMS Spelling Bee coordinator: 2011- 2012, 2012- 2013
  • English Expo coordinator: 2012- 2013, 2013- 2014
  • Student Senate Advisor: 2012- 2013, 2013- 2014, 2014- 2015, 2015- 2016
  • ISA- Improve Student Achievement Committee: 2017- 2018
  • Science Fair Coordinator: 2015- 2016, 2016- 2017, 2017- 2018, 2018- 2019
  • Science Textbook Adoption Team: 2018- 2019
  • Science Department Head: 2021- 2022

Timeline

Title 1 Parent Engagement Lead

Farmington Municipal Schools
08.2024 - Current

Science Teacher- 8th Grade

Hermosa Middle School
08.2023 - Current

Science Teacher- 6th Grade

Hermosa Middle School
08.2019 - 09.2022

4th Grade Teacher

McKinley Elementary School
08.2018 - 05.2019

Science Teacher- 6th Grade

C.V. Koogler Middle School
08.2013 - 05.2018

Student Council Advisor

C.V. Koogler Middle School
08.2012 - 08.2015

English Language Arts Teacher- 6th Grade

C.V. Koogler Middle School
08.2010 - 05.2013

Student Teacher- 5th Grade

McKinley Elementary School
01.2010 - 05.2010

M.D. - Master of Education- Technology Education

Eastern New Mexico University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

University of New Mexico

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