Cara S. Walker
Newmarket,NH
Summary
I am an educational professional with a strong knowledge of the sixth grade social studies curriculum. Bringing with me years of experience teaching all four core subjects of grade 6 and sixth grade curriculum development, as well as assessment and rubric development. My lessons are developed so as to engage sixth grade students and align with educational standards. Through years of experience utilizing Responsive Classroom techniques, I have become adept at fostering a positive classroom environment that encourages student participation and learning.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
6th Grade Teacher
Raymond School District
08.1992 - Current
- Have taught grades 4, 5, and 6; with more than half of my experience in grade 6
- In 6th grade I have taught all four core subjects: social studies, math, language arts, and science
- Planned and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics, as well as created summative assessments and rubrics which assessed those same course topics, standards, and competencies.
- Improved student understanding by incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
- Established positive relationships with parents through open communication channels like email updates, phone calls, and conferences about their child's progress academically and behaviorally, which led to better student performance and support at home.
- Cultivated a strong classroom culture focused on respect and cooperation among students by modeling appropriate behavior and enforcing clear expectations consistently throughout the year.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop logic and reasoning.
- Provided after school tutoring providing additional support for struggling students to achieve academic success.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, K-8
Plymouth State University
Plymouth, NHSkills
- Student engagement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Classroom management
- Visual aids creation
- Communication: written and verbal
- Curriculum development
Timeline
6th Grade Teacher
Raymond School District
08.1992 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, K-8
Plymouth State University
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