A highly adaptive professional with over 20 years experience in education with a proven knowledge of training and development. Excited to leverage skills to successfully join the training and development team.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English Teacher
Downingtown Area School District
Downingtown, PA
03.2004 - Current
Developed Classroom Curriculum to meet State Standards
Incorporated technologies into classroom to enhance instruction for face to face and online instruction
Taught both traditional and blended classes
Adapted curriculum to meet individual education goals for students with learning challenges
Volunteered time to work with 11th graders to help with college applications.
Successfully managed Specially Designed Instruction for up to 30 students
Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress
Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics
Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education
Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts
Kept classroom organized, clean, and safe for students and visitors
Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues
Volunteer
SPCA
West Chester, PA
11.2020 - Current
Actively engaged in both cat and dog enrichment activities.
Participated in Community Events to assist community members by helping control crowds
Performed added responsibility in housekeeping duties to assist facility
Stroke and Turn Official
Malvern Swim Association
Malvern, PA
10.2021 - Current
Attended classes, participated in on-line learning, completed assessments to demonstrate knowledge
Volunteered time at swim meets to ensure athletes performed their tasks according to regulations
Supervised up to four lanes of swimmers at a time
Kept up to date with rules, paperwork, and clearances
Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently
Stroke and Turn Official
Turn Official, West Chester YMCA
West Chester, PA
09.2013 - 07.2021
Participated in classes to become a certified stroke and turn official for swim meets
Organized athletes for their events
Participated in timing and recording events
Operated as Chief Judge multiple times
Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately
Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
Volunteer
Calvary Chapel, Springs
Chester Springs, PA
01.2013 - 06.2018
Assisted with Sunday School
Assisted with registration for summer Vacation Bible School
Assisted with meal preparation/clean up for Vacation Bible
Supported engaging, fun and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning
Volunteered with groups and organizations to help make measurable differences for program recipients
Education
Masters of Education -
West Chester University
West Chester, PA
12.2004
Teaching Certificate - Communications
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA
12.1996
Bachelor of Arts - Theater
King's College
Wilkes-barre, PA
05.1994
Skills
Operations support
Telephone etiquette
Administrative tasks
Team collaboration
Staff education and training
Active Listening
Research
Relationship building
Accomplishments
Faculty Mentor
Ssist with Homework Club twice a week to assist
struggling students
1998 – 2004
Nglish Teacher
Rchdiocese of Philadelphia
Dapted curriculum to meet individual education goals for
students with learning challenges
Lass Moderator for the Sophomore class assisting with
meetings, fund raising, and school dance
Upported Fundraising Efforts dedicated to educational
advancement through various volunteer positions and
attending functions
ERTIFICATES
Evel 1 and Level 2 Teaching Certificate
Certification
Online Education tools Keynote, PowerPoint, Prezi
Mediation Cultural Equity Training QPR trained
Digital Citizenship Student Assistance Program
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