CONNIE RIGOR
Bellevue
Summary
Dedicated elementary educator with over seven years of experience teaching students in kindergarten through fourth grade. Skilled in creating engaging, student-centered learning environments through differentiated instruction, effective classroom management, and standards-based lesson planning. Committed to supporting students' academic, social, and emotional growth while meeting diverse learning needs. Passionate about fostering a love of learning and helping every student reach their full potential.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Long-Term Substitute Teacher Kindergarten
Bennett Elementary
02.2026 - 06.2026
- Provided full-time instruction and classroom management for a kindergarten classroom.
- Planned and delivered lessons in core subject areas while maintaining daily routines.
- Strong parent communication via in person and newsletter.
- Monitored student progress and supported academic, social, and emotional development.
- Collaborated with staff and communicated with families to promote student success.
4th Grade Classroom Teacher
Phantom Lake Elementary
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Delivered standards-based instruction in all core subjects.
- Created engaging lesson plans and differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
- Assessed student progress and used data to guide instruction.
- Maintained a positive classroom environment and effective behavior management.
- Communicated regularly with parents, staff, and administrators.
- Supported students' academic, social, and emotional development.
IDEA (Individual Disability Education Act) Elementary Float Teacher - Special Education
Bellevue School District Elementary Schools
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Be a strong classroom manager and team leader.
- Demonstrate strong skills in oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of colleagues, parents, and staff members.
- Be committed to meeting the needs of a diverse student population from Pre-school age to 5th grade, Resource room, Olympic, and Cascade Program.
- Friendly, outgoing, team player and community minded.
- Ability to work independently and adhere to a high level of professional and ethical standards.
2nd Grade Teacher – General Education
Spiritridge Elementary School, Bellevue
Bellevue
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Create lesson plans and activities that align with state standards and strive to meet the needs of every student.
- Assess student progress and adjust instruction accordingly to ensure academic growth.
- Collaborate with other teachers and staff to improve student achievement and promote school-wide initiatives.
- Increase test scores by implementing a walk-to-reading with the second-grade teammates.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake, UT01-2022
Elementary Teaching Certificate State of WA. - Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT01-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA09-1994
Skills
Culturally responsive
Social Emotional Learning
Classroom Management
Assessment and data analysis
Strong communication skills
Collaboration and teamwork
Adaptability and flexibility
Supportive Classroom
Technology Integration
Student engagement
Growth mindset
Certification
Elementary Teaching Certificate for State of WA.
Timeline
Long-Term Substitute Teacher Kindergarten
Bennett Elementary
02.2026 - 06.2026
4th Grade Classroom Teacher
Phantom Lake Elementary
08.2024 - 06.2025
IDEA (Individual Disability Education Act) Elementary Float Teacher - Special Education
Bellevue School District Elementary Schools
10.2023 - 06.2024
2nd Grade Teacher – General Education
Spiritridge Elementary School, Bellevue
09.2022 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
San Francisco State University
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Elementary Teaching Certificate State of WA. - Education
Western Governors University