Cami Fink

Classes Taught: 7th Grade English, 7th-9th ELL English, Language Support, 9th Grade World History, 8th Grade English, 8th Grade US History, 8th Grade HiCap US History

I have taught in several different teaching modalities: co-teaching, independent teaching, mentor teaching, and language and English support class teaching. Currently I am co-teaching an 8th grade US History class (early years, 1600 - 1860s) that is structured as a research project-based class.

I have experience in (and always working to improve):

• Creating culturally responsive lessons and teaching practices to help content be accessible, challenging and engaging
• Aligning units and lessons to district, state, and national standards
• Collecting and analyzing student work by using several means of assessments to capture growth and skills gaps, both informally and formally
• Teaching students how to set goals, assess their work, and reflect on their learning
• Promoting critical thinking through both researching historical events and thoughtful exploration of current events
• Prioritizing connecting with students to enhance classroom culture, classroom discussions, and to foster a classroom safe for learning
• Building evaluative skills when finding sources, always questioning credibility and bias
• Communicating and collaborating with parents and caregivers, colleagues and supervisors

I am a court volunteer who is a trained advocate for children whose parents are going through a contentious custody battle. I interview all care givers and review all legal documents to create a proposal for a custody arrangement that is in the best interest of the child/children involved.

Supported my school district as a volunteer in many roles.