Charlotte MacCay
Classroom Teacher
Seattle,Washington
Summary
Passionate and dedicated teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing engaging classroom curriculum and enhancing student behavior through positive, forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder who thrives in a collaborative environment. Analytical mindset and good problem-solving skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Classroom Teacher
Bering Strait School District, Stebbins School
Stebbins, AK
- Created and developed multi-level engaging lesson plans with hands-on activities to promote learning in all subject areas.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication and parent conferences.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
Acting Director, Lead Teacher
Nome Child Care/Preschool
Nome, AK
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Substitute Teacher, K-5 - 6 Months
The Little School
Bellevue, WA
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Provided effective classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Introduced additional hands-on engaging activities to enhance learning experiences.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Associate Teacher Levels 1/2 and K 3 Years
The Little School
Bellevue, WA
- Implemented a full-day outdoor learning environment that integrated literacy, math and science into engaging lessons during Covid, thereby allowing the level 1/2 class sizes to meet health standards
- Supported level K through outdoor play supervision, daily, nature-related lessons, reading groups and classroom management support.
- Provided Socio-emotional learning classes, incorporating puppetry, meditation and games to levels K 1/2.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature and art projects from world cultures.
- Created lessons and engaged with students online to facilitate remote learning.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Curriculum Support Specialist Levels 1-5, 3 Years
The Little School
Bellevue, WA
08.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with level teams and individual teachers to develop scope and materials for theme-based classroom curriculum.
- Supported teachers with classroom management for individual students and classroom settings employing positive discipline strategies.
- Instructed individual students and small groups in reading and math for Levels 1 - 5
- Enhanced classroom curriculum by directing special lessons and hands-on experiential activities with an emphasis on science and cultural studies for LEvels 1-5
- Provided on-call coverage for teachers and specialists.
- Implemented a "Soft Start in the Woods" program to add an outdoor, nature-based learning experience to the Level 1/2 morning program.
Education
BS Environmental Studies - Ecosystems Assessment
Western Washington State University
Bellingham WAGraduate Studies - Teaching Certification Program - K-8 Education
Pacific Oaks University/The Little School
Bellevue, WASkills
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Strong Science Background
- Literacy Development and Storytelling
- Experiential Hands-on Learning
- Positive Discipline
Mailing Address
404 Avenue C, Snohomish, Washington, 98290
Student Teaching
- The Little School, Bellevue WA, Preschool, 5th Grade
- Seattle Public Schools - Latona Elementary School Alternative Education, 2nd Grade
Continuing Education
- NWAIS Conferences 2022 and 2023
- The Little School DEIJ programs with Dr. Heather Clark 2023
- The Little School Math programs with Elham Kazemi
- Outdoor Education - Erasmus Learning Academy 2022
- Positive Discipline in the Classroom 2019
Volunteer Teaching
- Jewish Education Center Anchorage, AK
- Inlet View Elementary School, Anchorage, AK, Kindergarten
- Village Charter School, Anchorage, AK, 1-2
- Aurora Waldorf School, Anchorage, AK, 3-6 Grade
- Anchorage Public Schools, Teacher Training - Meditation and Qigong Activities for Children
Member Of
Seattle Storytellers' Guild
Physical Address
Nickerson Marina 1080 West Ewing Place, Seattle, Washington
References
- Dr. Kary Kublin
Timeline
Curriculum Support Specialist Levels 1-5, 3 Years
The Little School
08.2022 - Current
Classroom Teacher
Bering Strait School District, Stebbins School
Acting Director, Lead Teacher
Nome Child Care/Preschool
Substitute Teacher, K-5 - 6 Months
The Little School
Associate Teacher Levels 1/2 and K 3 Years
The Little School
BS Environmental Studies - Ecosystems Assessment
Western Washington State University
Graduate Studies - Teaching Certification Program - K-8 Education
Pacific Oaks University/The Little School
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