COLLEEN SPICER
Gilbert
Summary
Experienced educator with a strong passion for making a significant impact in a school setting. Proven track record of effective communication and connecting with students, parents, and coworkers. Skilled team player eager to contribute to a new school community.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Teacher
Gilbert Public Schools
07.2022 - Current
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments.
- Evaluated, corrected, and graded student performance.
- Implemented creative classroom management techniques to maintain an orderly and focused learning environment.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering strong communication between students and parents.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for improved outcomes.
Kindergarten Teacher
EDUPRIZE
07.2019 - 05.2022
- Create weekly lesson plans that correlate with the grade-level curriculum map
- Meet the needs of all students by differentiating instruction
- Provide a safe, positive learning environment
- Continuously monitor and assess student progress
- Manage student behavior within the classroom
Substitute Teacher
Higley Unified School District
08.2016 - 12.2018
- Led classroom instruction
- Adhered to the curriculum and lesson plans left by the regular teacher
- Maintained classroom management and oversaw students both inside and outside the classroom
Title 1 Teaching Aide
Higley Unified School District
08.2014 - 12.2015
- Led small student groups and facilitated learning in the areas of reading and math for under-performing students, grades Kindergarten through 3rd
- Introduced math learning programming such as I-Ready and IXL to students
- Reinforced reading comprehension, fluency and phonics concepts
Education
Bachelor of Science - Speech Communication
Radford University
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate - Early Childhood Education
Rio Salado College
05-2019
Skills
- Excellent Written and Oral Communication
- Strong Interpersonal Skills
- Team Player
- Creative
Hobbies and Interests
Reading
Traveling
Volunteering
Timeline
Elementary Teacher
Gilbert Public Schools
07.2022 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
EDUPRIZE
07.2019 - 05.2022
Substitute Teacher
Higley Unified School District
08.2016 - 12.2018
Title 1 Teaching Aide
Higley Unified School District
08.2014 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Science - Speech Communication
Radford University
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate - Early Childhood Education
Rio Salado College
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