Cara Barras

• Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
• Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
• Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
• Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
• Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
• Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
• Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
• Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
• Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
• Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
• Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
• Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
• Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
• Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
• Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
• Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.

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Taught every subject in 7th and 8th grades, including Computer Literacy. Was the "at-risk" class teacher for 5 years until the program was dismantled.

Teacher of the Year 2022-2023