Brynna Malen
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Experienced professional educator with creating and delivering comprehensive mathematics curricula that engage and challenge students. Utilizes diverse teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles and foster deep understanding of mathematical principles. Strong methods to promote critical thinking, problem-solving and teamwork to inspire academic excellence. Track record of building supportive and stimulating classroom environment that promotes academic excellence and personal growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mathematics Teacher
Nichols School
09.2023 - Current
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Established a positive learning environment by enforcing consistent discipline and using effective classroom management techniques.
- Engaged in highly efficient and compassionate communication with students, parents and colleagues to provide equitable education to all students.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Improved students'' problem-solving abilities by incorporating real-life applications into mathematical concepts.
- Consistently received positive evaluations from supervisors based on observation of instructional practices and impact on student learning.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
- Mentored students on individual basis to help develop math skills.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through interactive and collaborative activities, contributing to improved student outcomes.
- Streamlined grading process with digital tools, reducing turnaround time for assignment feedback and increasing efficiency.
- Addressed systematic issues with math curriculum by collaborating with colleagues.
RV Outfitter & Expert Product Trainer
Colton RV & Marine
10.2021 - Current
- Provided exemplary and personalized shopping experience for customers
- Followed Sobel University's road to the sale
- Maintained knowledge of products, services, company policies, tow vehicle information, as well as resources to assist customers
- Prepared thorough trainings with technology, information, media, assessments and follow-up for sales department
- Traveled to attend RV Shows, assist with marketing by making videos, assist with events, post on Social Media
Master Teacher/Principal Intern/Staff Trainer
Clark County School District
08.2008 - 08.2021
- Provided instruction according to Common Core and State Standards for a variety of subjects
- Administered formative and summative assessments, as well as State Required Testing in controlled environment
- Demonstrated ability to use Data Analysis to drive instruction
- Worked collaboratively with a variety of departments to improve instruction, school climate and environment
- Trained staff on various programs, technology, behavior management and other facets of Education field
- Strong communication between parents, students, colleagues and administration
- Use of programs to create webpages and online instruction that was understandable by both young children and their parents throughout Distant Learning time period during Covid lockdown
Education
Master's Degree - Educational Leadership - Administration
Grand Canyon University
01.2017
Master's Degree - Curriculum & Instruction
University of Phoenix
01.2010
Bachelor's Degree - Middle Childhood Education
University of WI - Milwaukee
01.2007
Skills
- Effective Organizational Skills
- Professional Training
- Strong Interpersonal Communication
- Interpersonal abilities
- Course Structure Development
- Diverse Teaching Methods
- Assessment Design
- Data Interpretation
- Statistical Analysis
- Digital Literacy
- Event Planning Expertise
- Continuous Learning
- Collaborative Team Member
- Simultaneous Task Management
- Task Prioritization Expertise
- Payroll Administration
- Administrative Oversight
- Instructional Expertise
- Administration
- Effective Leadership
- Sales Expertise
- Service Excellence
- Resilient in High-Stress Situations
- Stage Performance Management
- Adapting Instruction for Diverse Needs
- Expert problem solving
- Promotion of Analytical Thinking
- Strategic Technology Integration
- Summative assessment
- Formative assessment
- Data-driven decision making
- Real-world application
- Collaborative learning
- Individualized instruction
- Mathematics lesson planning
- Interpersonal communication
- Algebraic Problem Solving
- Relationship building
- Commitment to Professional Standards
- Instructional Design Expertise
Accomplishments
- Achieved creating a District-wide curriculum for 7th grade mathematics through Standards-Based instruction through collaboration with small focus group of colleagues.
- Achieved proficient faculty by effectively providing training and support for PowerSchool software for grading, attendance and behavior reporting tasks.
- Created a Drama department and directed performances at a school that hadn't had it in their offerings prior.
Awards Acknowledgements
- Teacher of the month, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2018, 2020, 2021
- "Going the Extra Mile" award, 2019, for creating a Drama Department at R.M.S.
- Model School Conference, 2017
- Sobel University Customer Service Training, 1, 2, 2021, 2022
- Tiffin Motorhomes Training, 2023
- Recognized by Superintendent in 2010 for highest growth in Standardized Test Scores in the Clark County School District
Certification
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - Nevada's Department for Education.
- Professional Educator License (PEL) - Wisconsin, Nevada, Georgia and pending in New York Department of Education.
- Certified in Kagan Instruction Strategies (Collaborative Learning)
- Certified in Capturing Kids Hearts
Timeline
Mathematics Teacher
Nichols School
09.2023 - Current
RV Outfitter & Expert Product Trainer
Colton RV & Marine
10.2021 - Current
Master Teacher/Principal Intern/Staff Trainer
Clark County School District
08.2008 - 08.2021
Master's Degree - Curriculum & Instruction
University of Phoenix
Bachelor's Degree - Middle Childhood Education
University of WI - Milwaukee
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - Nevada's Department for Education.
- Professional Educator License (PEL) - Wisconsin, Nevada, Georgia and pending in New York Department of Education.
- Certified in Kagan Instruction Strategies (Collaborative Learning)
- Certified in Capturing Kids Hearts
Master's Degree - Educational Leadership - Administration
Grand Canyon University
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