BROOKLYN THOMAS
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Patient, energetic, and hard working educator with 2 years of experience in teaching for grades k-12 in a public school setting. Excellent communication skills and creative approach to developing innovative lesson plans in tune with city, state and federal standards. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Fifth Grade
Peoria Unified School District
2023.01 - 2023.05
- Special Education RTI Familiarity
- IEP Understanding Classroom Management, Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance
- Communicated with parents regarding lesson plans and upcoming activities and provided feedback on student performance.
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing various teaching methods and learning styles.
- Increased class participation through interactive activities and group projects.
PRIVATE NANNY
Peoria Unified School District
2021.04 - 2022.09
- Implemented daily routines for optimal child development and created a structured environment.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
- Organized different types of activities to enhance physical and intellectual development.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
Childcare Worker
Lifetime Fitness Center
2019.04 - 2020.08
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Promoted good behavior with positive reinforcement methods.
- Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
School District 11
2023.08 - Current
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - ELEMENTARY/SPECIAL EDUCATION
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ06.2023
Skills
- Behavior Management Techniques
- Group Assistance
- Behavior Modeling
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Substitute Teacher Coordination
- Classroom Management
- Special Education
- IEP Understanding
- Differentiated Instruction
- Positive Learning Environment
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
School District 11
2023.08 - Current
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Fifth Grade
Peoria Unified School District
2023.01 - 2023.05
PRIVATE NANNY
Peoria Unified School District
2021.04 - 2022.09
Childcare Worker
Lifetime Fitness Center
2019.04 - 2020.08
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - ELEMENTARY/SPECIAL EDUCATION
Grand Canyon University
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