Carlyn Kirwin
Highlands Ranch,CO
Summary
Hardworking teacher devoted to promoting students who are kind, determined and respectful. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive relationships.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Jefferson County Public Schools District
08.2004 - Current
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives teaching grades 1, 2, 3, 4 and 1/2 combination classes.
- Implemented school initiatives with the EL Curriculum including expeditionizing curriculum, attending national conferences, and growing my instruction with school-wide short cycle goals.
- Member of the school's instructional leadership team creating initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, designing professional development and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
- Collaborated closely with school's Social/Emotional/Behavioral Team to meet the diverse needs of all students and creating systems where all students could be regulated and achieve success in the classroom.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Fostered student ownership of learning with daily goal setting and reflection, self assessment and monitoring of progress over time.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
1st Grade Teacher
Aurora Public Schools
01.2001 - 05.2004
- Improved student reading comprehension by incorporating age-appropriate literature and engaging activities.
- Worked closely with English Language Learner specialist developing supports, resources and lessons to help all students succeed.
- Enhanced classroom management techniques, resulting in a more focused, productive, and joyful learning environment.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop engaging lesson plans, deeper understanding and hands-on learning.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Colorado At Denver
Denver, CO05.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development And Family Studies
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO12.2000
Skills
- Trained in Orton Gillingham Multisensory Approach to Phonics
- Completed Science of Reading education for Colorado READ Act
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Jefferson County Public Schools District
08.2004 - Current
1st Grade Teacher
Aurora Public Schools
01.2001 - 05.2004
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Colorado At Denver
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development And Family Studies
Colorado State University
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