Brittney Spory
Edina,MO
Summary
Dedicated Elementary School Teacher with over a decade of experience at Adair, Co R-1, specializing in curriculum alignment and differentiated instruction. Known for fostering collaborative environments and implementing innovative curricula that enhance student success. Proven track record in classroom management and building strong parent-teacher partnerships to drive academic excellence. Committed to nurturing students’ understanding of subject material while promoting essential social and learning skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Title 1 Teacher
Adair Co R1
Novinger, MO
08.2023 - Current
- Encouraged love of reading and promoted literacy to students.
- Interpreted assessment data to determine best intervention methods for students.
- Monitored student progress and assessed performance through a variety of methods including standardized tests.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
- Scheduled tutoring sessions to help students improve grades and gain better grasp course material.
- Utilized technology such as computers, interactive whiteboards, iPads. in teaching activities.
- Adapted curriculum materials based on individual student needs while maintaining high standards of quality instruction.
1st Grade Teacher
Adair, Co R-1
Novinger
01.2019 - Current
- I have been the 1st grade teacher for 6 years and am currently the Title 1 Reading interventionist and teacher coach
- I take pride in nurturing and guiding my students to develop a love for learning that enhances their ability to become contributing citizens to their community
- My patient, yet firm, and consistent demeanor has allowed me to be successful in reaching students with varying needs
- Through well-planned lessons, and enthusiasm, and a fair but equal behavior plan, my classroom management skills have made a difference for my students and their success
- I find teamwork to be an essential element to achieving many goals, so I look forward to being part of a team with the same passion for teaching and learning
- My dedication to caring for others has also directed my purpose at Novinger, where I am actively involved in working with parents to ensure a positive educational experience for their entire family
- I enjoy collaborating with fellow teachers about curriculum, ways to improve student achievement and positive behavior for the district
- I have a wealth of experience working with elementary students in a rural setting
- While working at Novinger, I have found a knack for working to align curriculum to meet statewide benchmarks, differentiate lessons and working to help at-risk students
- I have been active on the Leadership Team and assisted in updating our district CSIP plan
- I have sponsored the Elementary Student Council, and assisted with many after school activities
- I have also been a tutor for many years during the after-school programs
- This program was set in motion to help at-risk students with homework and as an intervention to build foundational skills
- These 12 years have helped me perfect my focus to develop differentiated teaching styles to help at-risk students
- I work closely with Title teachers, speech therapists, special education teachers, administrators, team leaders and families to ensure my students are getting the best education they possibly can
- I have successfully helped implement a new math and reading curriculum into my classroom with great success
- I have attended a number of workshops to improve student behavior, dyslexia, and classroom instruction
- I have completed L.E.T.R.S Certification
1st Grade Teacher
Knox Co. R1
01.2013 - 01.2019
Education
Master of Arts - Administration
William Woods University
Fulton, MO05-2014
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Buena Vista University
Ottumwa, IA05-2011
Skills
- Curriculum alignment to meet statewide benchmarks
- Differentiated lessons
- Working with at-risk students
- Classroom management
- Collaboration with teachers and parents
- Implementation of new math and reading curriculum
- LETRS Certification
- Academic record keeping
- Materials sourcing
- Diverse learning modalities
- Early childhood education
- Team collaboration
- Field trip organization
- Teaching strategies
- Technology integration
- Growth mindset
- Student assessment
- Organizational skills
- Assessment administration
- Parent-teacher communication
Goals
To further expand skills and enhance student, teacher, and family learning.
Involvement
- Active on the Leadership Team
- Assisted in updating district CSIP plan
- Sponsored the Elementary Student Council
- Tutored in after-school programs
Professional Development
Workshops on student behavior, dyslexia, and classroom instruction
Timeline
Title 1 Teacher
Adair Co R1
08.2023 - Current
1st Grade Teacher
Adair, Co R-1
01.2019 - Current
1st Grade Teacher
Knox Co. R1
01.2013 - 01.2019
Master of Arts - Administration
William Woods University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Buena Vista University
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