Carrie Gorman
AURORA,CO
Summary
Experienced with creating and executing engaging lesson plans tailored to first-grade students' unique needs. Utilizes classroom management strategies to maintain productive and positive learning environment. Strong understanding of fostering student development through effective communication and personalized instruction.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Aurora Academy Charter School
10.2021 - Current
- Mentored new teachers by sharing best practices, resources, and guidance based on personal experience in the classroom.
- Boosted student engagement by creating a positive classroom environment that fostered collaboration and respect.
- Developed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and real-life connections, promoting critical thinking skills.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing consistent expectations and consequences for improved focus and productivity.
- Improved student reading comprehension through targeted literacy strategies and guided practice sessions.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, involving them in their child''s education and fostering a supportive home-school partnership.
Special Education Teacher
Serenity Day Program and Education
08.2019 - 09.2021
- Students at this school have more intense behavior and or academic needs than the public School
- I had 7 students 3 of which were 1:1 and only myself and 2 paras for support
General Education Math Teacher
Mosely P-8
01.2018 - 01.2019
- 7th grade math teacher for 100 students
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Implemented data-driven instruction by analyzing student performance data to inform lesson planning and differentiation strategies.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, fostering a supportive home-school partnership.
Special Education Teacher
Rangeview High School
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Co-teacher for math Junior and Senior Students
- Math teacher that required specialized math teaching credentials
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
Part-time Special Education Teacher
Smoky Hill High School
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Freshman Math Co-Teacher
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Part-time Special Education Teacher
Horizon Middle School
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Math teacher for 6th, 7th and 8th Grade Students
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
Special Education Teacher
Pine Lane Elementary School
01.2005 - 01.2012
- Taught students in Kindergarten- 6th Grade in English and Math
- I supported students with both push in and pull out services
- Stayed in close contact to all parents
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Math
Concordia University
Online08-2015
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO12-2004
Skills
- Phonics instruction
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive reinforcement
- Collaborative learning
- Special education support
- Individualized learning
- Writing instruction
- Literacy development
- Reading comprehension strategies
- Mathematics instruction
- Science instruction
- Field trip planning
- Hands-on activities
- Cultural history
- Student engagement
Accomplishments
- Commended for exceptional teaching and support to students.
- Reached out to community to gather donations of materials and supplies for needy students.
Timeline
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Aurora Academy Charter School
10.2021 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Serenity Day Program and Education
08.2019 - 09.2021
General Education Math Teacher
Mosely P-8
01.2018 - 01.2019
Special Education Teacher
Rangeview High School
01.2014 - 01.2018
Part-time Special Education Teacher
Smoky Hill High School
01.2013 - 01.2014
Part-time Special Education Teacher
Horizon Middle School
01.2013 - 01.2014
Special Education Teacher
Pine Lane Elementary School
01.2005 - 01.2012
Master of Arts - Educational Math
Concordia University
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
University of Northern Colorado
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