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Brooke Saunders

Milford,MI

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Hartland Consolidated Schools, enhancing student reading comprehension through innovative phonics instruction. Skilled in fostering collaboration and communication with parents, while promoting a positive classroom environment. I have been accepted and attended many reading institutes at the Teachers College (Columbia University).


I have participated and completed (with mastery) the LETRS training for phonics, reading and writing instruction.


I continue to enroll in professional development and classes to further my knowledge and skills to better support all students.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

1st Grade Elementary Teacher

Hartland Consolidated Schools
08.2014 - Current
  • Improved student reading comprehension through targeted literacy strategies and guided practice sessions.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing consistent expectations and consequences for improved focus and productivity.
  • Organized field trips and special events that enriched the curriculum and provided memorable learning experiences for students.
  • Boosted student engagement by creating a positive classroom environment that fostered collaboration and respect.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects that reinforced important concepts across multiple subjects.
  • Enhanced student learning by incorporating diverse teaching methods and materials, catering to individual learning styles.

Camp Director

Camp Invention
06.2024 - 06.2025
  • Oversaw team of counselors and support team members.
  • Recruited high-quality personnel by promoting a positive workplace culture, resulting in a skilled and dedicated team of counselors and support staff.
  • Hired, disciplined and managed 8 camp staff members.
  • Addressed disciplinary issues among campers fairly and consistently, creating an atmosphere of respect and accountability within the camp community.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Central Michigan Unversity
Mount Pleasant, MI
05-2011

Skills

  • Phonics instruction (LETRS trained, Units of Study experience)
  • Health and safety
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Individualized learning
  • Peer collaboration

Certification

  • LETRS Training - Sept. 2024-April 2025
  • AVMR1 Training (Math Recovery) - June 2023
  • AVMR2Training (Math Recovery) - June 2024
  • Number Corner Training -2024-2025

Timeline

Camp Director

Camp Invention
06.2024 - 06.2025

1st Grade Elementary Teacher

Hartland Consolidated Schools
08.2014 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Central Michigan Unversity