Candy Hughes
Gallatin,MO
Summary
Dedicated educator with a strong focus on classroom management and fostering student engagement. Proven ability to develop tailored lesson plans and collaborate effectively with parents and staff.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
1st and 2nd Grade Teacher
New York R-IV School
Hamilton, MO
08.2004 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Utilized various teaching tools and technologies to enhance educational experiences.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and tailored instruction accordingly.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student development and address concerns.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices for classroom management and instructional strategies.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational trends and methodologies.
- Encouraged students to think critically and develop problem-solving skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Graceland University
Lamoni05-2004
Skills
- Reading comprehension
- Writing instruction
- Social-emotional learning
- Problem-solving skills
- Classroom management
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Curriculum development
- Student assessment
- Technology integration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Patience and persistence
- Parent-teacher collaboration
Timeline
1st and 2nd Grade Teacher
New York R-IV School
08.2004 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Graceland University
Missouri Teacher of the Year Program
Certificate of Award Nomination at New York R-IV School