Caitlyn Ryer
Summary
Upbeat teacher devoted to promoting student learning and strengthening individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with an analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Blacklick Valley School District
08.2023 - Current
- Prepare materials for lessons, assignments and assessments and evaluate, correct and grade the performance of 60 students.
- Integrate technology into 50% of daily lesson plans to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
- Communicate student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Implemented creative classroom management techniques to maintain an orderly and focused learning environment.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning needs within the classroom effectively.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Maintained open communication with parents and guardians, discussing students'' progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Incorporated real-life examples into lessons to make complex concepts more relatable and engaging for students.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Substitute Teacher
Marion Center School District
08.2022 - 06.2023
- 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.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
Graduate Assistant
Marion Center Area School District
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Analyzed data trends to identify areas of need and inform instructional decision-making processes related to reading interventions.
- Implemented research-based instructional practices to improve overall reading proficiency among students.
- Provided ongoing support for struggling readers by offering one-on-one tutoring sessions and small group instruction.
- Built positive and productive relationships with teachers to drive improvements to reading programs.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, adjusting instruction as needed to optimize growth.
- Enhanced reading comprehension by implementing targeted literacy interventions and strategies.
- Contributed to the development of school-wide literacy initiatives aimed at improving achievement for all students.
- Assisted in the selection and adoption of appropriate curriculum materials aligned with state standards and district goals.
- Established positive relationships with families, collaborating on strategies to support at-home literacy development efforts.
- Fostered a love for literature among students by incorporating engaging texts from various genres into classroom instruction.
Education
Master of Literacy - Literacy
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA05.2022
Skills
- Instructing and monitoring
- Learning strategies and evaluations methods
- Student Engagement
- Positive Reinforcement
- Collaborative learning
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Literacy development
- Verbal and written communication
- Communication and social perceptiveness
- Time management
- Active listening and persuasion
- Collaborative and team oriented
Certification
- Pennsylvania Teaching License - 2022
- ECRI Certification - 2024
- Visual Phonics - 2022
Timeline
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Blacklick Valley School District
08.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Marion Center School District
08.2022 - 06.2023
Graduate Assistant
Marion Center Area School District
08.2022 - 05.2023
Master of Literacy - Literacy
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
- Pennsylvania Teaching License - 2022
- ECRI Certification - 2024
- Visual Phonics - 2022
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