Carolyn McCarty
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Dedicated Teacher focused on building students' strengths and confidence. Committed to providing students with firm guidelines, structure, routines, and dependability to foster social and academic growth. Prepared to handle onsite, online, or blended instruction as needed. Attentive and adaptable Teacher skilled in management of classroom operations. Effective in leveraging student feedback to create dynamic lesson plans that address individual strengths and weaknesses. Dedicated and motivated to encourage student growth through carefully monitored academic progress
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Auburn Public Schools
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Special Education Teacher
Auburn Public Schools
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
Resource Teacher
Federal Way Public Schools
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs
- Develop IEPs to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives
- Fostered positive and trusting relationships with students to increase engagement
Resource Teacher
Federal Way Public Schools
09.2018 - 06.2021
- Delivered specialized classroom instruction to students with developmental disorders
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education and Special Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05.2018
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Tacoma Community College
Tacoma, WA06.2013
Skills
- Equitable learning environment
- Team collaboration
- Student engagement
- Parent communication
- Behavioral/cognitive skills development
- Positive reinforcement
- Differentiated learning techniques
- Effective listening
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Auburn Public Schools
09.2024 - 06.2025
Special Education Teacher
Auburn Public Schools
09.2022 - 06.2024
Resource Teacher
Federal Way Public Schools
09.2021 - 06.2022
Resource Teacher
Federal Way Public Schools
09.2018 - 06.2021
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Tacoma Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education and Special Education
Western Governors University
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