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Connie Capper
K-6 Elementary Education Instructor
Davenport,IA
Summary
Knowledgeable in education with solid background in developing engaging and interactive lesson plans and fostering positive learning environment. Successfully guided students to achieve academic milestones through innovative teaching methods. Demonstrated proficiency in working with peers and administration when it comes to curriculum development.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
4th and 5th Grade Teacher
Davenport Community School District
08.2019 - 06.2026
- Participated in professional development workshops and conferences to stay current on educational trends, research, and teaching methods.
- skilled in utilizing technology for enhanced learning including Canva and Blackboard
- Increased student participation by incorporating interactive learning activities and group work into daily lessons.
- Strengthened students'' critical thinking skills through inquiry-based learning techniques and problem-solving exercises.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
6th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Davenport Community School District
08.2003 - 08.2019
- Attended professional development workshops and trainings to stay current on best practices in English Language Arts education.
- Fostered critical thinking skills among students through inquiry-based learning approaches designed to challenge preconceived notions while developing problem-solving abilities.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering a sense of community among students.
- Developed interactive lesson plans incorporating multimedia content to enhance student engagement in the learning process.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership And Management
Drake University
Des Moines, IA 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Education
Wester Illinois University
Macomb, IL 05.2001 -
Skills
Classroom instruction
Student engagement
Curriculum implementation
Lesson planning
Critical thinking
Growth mindset
Innovative lesson planning
Project-based learning
Cooperative learning experience
Classroom technology
Summer online curriculum development
Flexible and adaptive
Creative lesson plan development
Interests
Timeline
4th and 5th Grade Teacher
Davenport Community School District
08.2019 - 06.2026
6th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Davenport Community School District
08.2003 - 08.2019
Master of Science - Educational Leadership And Management
Drake University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Education
Wester Illinois University
05.2001 -
Declaration
I hereby declare that the information provided is true to the best of my knowledge.
Additional Information
- Open to remote work opportunities.
Publications
Published, Really...Aliens? by C.M. Capper. 2015