Brittany Koehl
San Bernardino,CA
Summary
Dedicated educator currently teaching a full-day TK/Kinder combination class of 24 students, with previous experience in kindergarten. Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans and multisensory learning activities aligned with the school curriculum to support diverse learning styles. Applied Kagan strategies and PBIS principles to foster active participation and promote positive behavior. Continuously assessed student progress, identified learning gaps, and adapted instruction to meet the unique needs of all students
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
TK and Kindergarten Teacher
Central School District
08.2023 - Current
- Designed and implemented interactive, hands-on math activities to engage students in foundational concepts such as counting, addition, subtraction, and pattern recognition.
- Implemented Orton-Gillingham-based instruction to support early literacy development, focusing on phonemic awareness, decoding, and fluency for kindergarten students.
- Created multisensory reading and writing learning centers that incorporated visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learning strategies to reinforce letter-sound relationships, phonemic awareness, and handwriting skills.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate different academic levels and learning styles of each student through flexible grouping and learning centers.
- Incorporated trauma-informed practices and focused on students' social-emotional skills resulting in a reduction of disruptive behaviors.
- Implemented Kagan strategies, including "Stand Up, Hand Up, Pair Up," to boost student engagement and encourage collaboration.
- Implemented Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) strategies to foster a positive classroom environment, promoting student engagement, responsibility, and respect.
- Used data-driven assessments, including ESGI and DIBELS, to track student progress, identify learning gaps, and adjust instructional strategies to address the diverse needs of each student.
- Engaged in weekly meetings, collaborating with colleagues to share insights and provide input on student achievement and areas for improvement.
- Created and maintained a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment for high-needs students, regularly receiving positive feedback from parents for effectively fostering academic growth, social-emotional development, and a passion for learning in young children.
Substitute Teacher
Etiwanda School District
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Frequently requested by teachers to substitute in their classrooms due to consistent, high-quality teaching and reliable classroom management.
- Followed teacher's lesson plans accurately and efficiently, ensuring continuity in instruction and maintaining educational standards during long-term assignments.
- Managed learning centers and assigned homework, ensuring that all activities aligned with curriculum objectives and that students stayed on track with their studies.
- Established a positive and engaged learning environment, where students felt supported and engaged, maintaining a productive and focused classroom atmosphere.
- Utilized Google Classroom and various technology tools to effectively manage classwork and homework assignments.
- Implemented effective behavior management strategies to maintain a calm and focused classroom environment, addressing any behavioral challenges promptly and professionally
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching And Learning
University of Redlands
Redlands, CA05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University of San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA06.2013
Skills
- Trained in and experienced with the Orton Gillingham approach to reading, writing, and spelling
- Trained in and experienced with using Kagan strategies
- Monitored student progress using ESGI and DIBELS
- Experienced in social-emotional learning through Second Step
- Experienced with trauma-informed practices through Classroom 180
- Implemented PBIS principles
- Google Workspace, Seesaw & Educational Technology Integration
Timeline
TK and Kindergarten Teacher
Central School District
08.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Etiwanda School District
08.2019 - 05.2023
Master of Arts - Teaching And Learning
University of Redlands
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University of San Bernardino
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