Carrie Petty
Bradford,NH
Summary
Dedicated Grade 4 Teacher from Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District, excelling in fostering academic growth and emotional well-being. Leveraged collaborative teaching and specialized tools to enhance learning for students with diverse needs. Achieved significant improvements in classroom participation and student engagement through innovative strategies and a growth mindset. Expert in parent-teacher communication and implementing tiered math assessments aligned with state standards.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Grade 4 Teacher
Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District
Bridgewater, MA
09.2002 - Current
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, providing students with a well-rounded educational experience.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Organized engaging field trips and guest speakers as part of an enriched curriculum offering real-world context to lessons learned in class.
- Improved student engagement by utilizing interactive classroom activities and hands-on learning experiences.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on the latest teaching methods and strategies for enhancing student success.
- Implemented effective assessment tools to track student progress and inform future instruction.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering respectful communication between students.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Education
Masters in Education - Reading
Salem State University
Salem, MA05.2007
Post-Baccalaureate - Elementary Education
Bridgewater State University
Bridgewater, MA05.2003
Bachelor of Science - Management Science
Bridgewater State University
Bridgewater, MA05.1991
Skills
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Growth Mindset
- Collaborative Teaching
- Classroom Safety
- PBIS Implementation Team
- Create and Implement Tiered Math Assessments tied to State Standards
- Supervising Practitioner
- Field Trip Organizer
Certification
- Licensed Elementary Education Grades 1-6
- Licensed Reading Specialist Grades PK - 12
- Sheltered English Immersion Endorsement
Timeline
Grade 4 Teacher
Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District
09.2002 - Current
Masters in Education - Reading
Salem State University
Post-Baccalaureate - Elementary Education
Bridgewater State University
Bachelor of Science - Management Science
Bridgewater State University
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