Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Teacher

Colleen Buckingham

Billings,MT

Summary

Dedicated teaching professional with over 7 years of experience in creating engaging lesson plans and collaborating with colleagues to design interdisciplinary curricula. Known for adaptability and critical thinking, contributing to improved student performance and a supportive classroom atmosphere.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Lockwood School District
Billings, MT
08.2025 - Current
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
  • Utilized classroom management techniques to maintain a positive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary curriculum units.
  • Assessed student performance and provided tailored feedback for improvement.

Teacher

Hardin School District 17H&1
Hardin, MT
08.2015 - 08.2020
  • Integrated technology into lessons to promote interactive learning experiences.
  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress and concerns.
  • Adapted instructional strategies to meet diverse learner needs and abilities.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching skills and methodologies.

Paraprofessional

Hardin School District 17H&1
Hardin, MT
10.2005 - 08.2015
  • Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
  • Supported classroom management by fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with educators to develop instructional materials that enhance student engagement.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers on academic performance.

Education

Master of Science - Elementary Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
12.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University of Arizona Global Campus
Phoenix, AZ
12.2012

Associate of Science - Elementary Education

Montana State University, Billings, MT, US
Billings, MT
08.2010

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning

Timeline

Teacher

Lockwood School District
08.2025 - Current

Teacher

Hardin School District 17H&1
08.2015 - 08.2020

Paraprofessional

Hardin School District 17H&1
10.2005 - 08.2015

Master of Science - Elementary Education

Grand Canyon University

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University of Arizona Global Campus

Associate of Science - Elementary Education

Montana State University, Billings, MT, US
Colleen Buckingham