Carolyn F. Quinn
Educator
Highlands Ranch,USA
Summary
Learning professional with experience in developing and implementing effective educational programs. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving measurable results. Skilled in curriculum development, instructional design, and leveraging technology for enhanced learning. Known for adaptability and reliability in dynamic environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Sixth Grade Teacher
Meadow View Elementary
Castle Rock, Colorado
08.2024 - Current
- Develop lesson plans for various subjects, including math, science, and social studies
- Provide feedback on assignments and tests to encourage student growth and improvement
- Create an inclusive classroom culture where all students feel valued, supported, and challenged
- Liaison with special education teachers to provide appropriate accommodations for students with disabilities
- Evaluate student progress through formative and summative assessments
Sixth Grade Teacher/Gifted & Talented Facilitator/Professional Learning Specialist
Arrowwood Elementary
Highlands Ranch, Colorado
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance on classroom management techniques.
- Guided new teachers with the induction process and timeline
- Collaborate with colleagues to identify and implement strategies to improve student learning outcomes
- Built rapport with diverse groups of stakeholders by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural competence during facilitated sessions.
- Utilized i-Ready Data, informal, and formal assessments to plan, teach, and assess practice to inform and modify instruction for multicultural classes with many levels of ability
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding and participation for sixth grade and for gifted and talented students.
- Observed new teachers and provided constructive feedback.
Third Grade Teacher
Arrowwood Elementary
Highlands Ranch, Colorado
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Assisted students of all ability levels by tailoring instruction to meet student's individual academic and social needs
- Utilize i-Ready Data, informal, and formal assessments to plan, teach, and assess practice to inform and modify instruction for multicultural classes with many levels of ability
- Average student growth on iReady Reading and Math Diagnostic is over 100%
Sixth Grade Teacher
Arrowwood Elementary
Highlands Ranch, Colorado
07.2020 - 05.2022
- Managed the needs of all students by adapting teaching methods and instructional materials
- Modeled strength of character and inclusive mindset to enhance student minds, bolster morale, and foster intellectual curiosity
- Established and communicated clear lesson, unit, and project objectives to students
- Utilize i-Ready Data, informal, and formal assessments to plan, teach, and assess practice to inform and modify instruction for multicultural classes with many levels of ability
- Average student growth on iReady Reading and Math Diagnostic is over 120%
Fifth Grade Teacher
Arrowwood Elementary
Highlands Ranch, Colorado
07.2017 - 05.2020
- Met needs of students with lagging skills, advanced abilities, or with specific diagnoses through effective use of IEP and other customized plans
- Utilize i-Ready Data, informal, and formal assessments to plan, teach, and assess practice to inform and modify instruction for multicultural classes with many levels of ability
- Average student growth on iReady Reading and Math Diagnostic is over 150%
- Achieved consistent success in key markers of student learning, grades, and standardized test scores
Fourth Grade Teacher
Arrowwood Elementary
Highlands Ranch, Colorado
07.2016 - 07.2017
- Enhanced student engagement for learning through maintaining a collaborative learning classroom environment
- Utilized i-Ready Data, informal, and formal assessments to plan, teach, and assess practice to inform and modify instruction for multicultural classes with many levels of ability
- Helped students achieve strong scores on state-mandated assessments by tailoring instruction around requirements
- Assessed students' abilities and progress with material and customized approaches according to individual needs
Student Teacher
Saddle Ranch Elementary
Highlands Ranch, Colorado
01.2015 - 05.2015
- Observed Mentor Teacher to gain valuable instructional strategies for a 2nd-grade classroom
- Learned how to manage classroom records and student assessments
- Delivered successful instruction by assisting classroom teacher with daily preparations
Literacy and Instructional Assistant
Ben Franklin Academy
Highlands Ranch, Colorado
08.2011 - 07.2014
- Instructed Tier 2 students from kindergarten through fourth-grade in small reading groups to boost reading fluency and comprehension
- Planned and implemented lesson plans that focused on decoding skills by teaching from the Reading Horizons curriculum
- Assisted teachers with daily classroom functions, graded papers, and conducted small reading groups
Education
English Language Learner 45-hour course completion -
Master of Elementary Education - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, Arizona05-2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A - Film and Video Production
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Milwaukee, Wisconsin05-1994
Skills
- Positive role model and mentor
- Behavior management
- Curriculum implementation
- Cognitive Coaching training
- Adaptive schools training
- Google Suite
- Data analysis
- Facilitate group sessions
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Sixth Grade Teacher
Meadow View Elementary
08.2024 - Current
Sixth Grade Teacher/Gifted & Talented Facilitator/Professional Learning Specialist
Arrowwood Elementary
07.2023 - 05.2024
Third Grade Teacher
Arrowwood Elementary
07.2022 - 07.2023
Sixth Grade Teacher
Arrowwood Elementary
07.2020 - 05.2022
Fifth Grade Teacher
Arrowwood Elementary
07.2017 - 05.2020
Fourth Grade Teacher
Arrowwood Elementary
07.2016 - 07.2017
Student Teacher
Saddle Ranch Elementary
01.2015 - 05.2015
Literacy and Instructional Assistant
Ben Franklin Academy
08.2011 - 07.2014
English Language Learner 45-hour course completion -
Master of Elementary Education - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A - Film and Video Production
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee