Candy Kirsch

Mulberry Grove Community Schools

Mulberry Grove, IL

08.1995 - present

Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
Enhanced lessons with smart board technology, iPads and computers to address common core goals.
Graded projects, exams and assignments to track student progression.
Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
Designed individualized curricula for academically underachieving students.
Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
Actively sought out opportunities for collaboration with other teachers within the district.
Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.