Connie Ann White
PO 175 Taos
Summary
Dynamic Educator with a proven track record at Taos Municipal Schools, enhancing student engagement through differentiated instruction. .Experienced in incorporating LETRS and Orton-Gillingham strategies to support diverse learners, including those with dyslexia. Fostered community involvement in learning, significantly enriching the educational experience through innovative, student-centered approaches and effective parent interaction.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator
Taos Municipal Schools,
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
- Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, empowering students to take ownership of their learning and academic growth.
- Facilitated student-led, inquiry-based activities in classroom to enhance learning experience.
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and real-life examples into lesson plans.
- Designed and executed project-based learning units, connecting classroom learning to real-world scenarios.
Educator
Taos Municipal Schools
08.1998 - 05.2021
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
- Created, through grants, outdoor garden/science learning areas. Facilitated outdoor learning activities, community and family involvement in gardens.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
- Utilized innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage students in learning.
- Designed curriculum-aligned assessments to measure student progress and inform instructional decisions.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay current with educational research and pedagogical strategies.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet evolving standards and benchmarks of education system.
- Facilitated positive learning environment, establishing clear expectations and supportive classroom culture.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
New Mexico Highlands University
Las Vegas, NM07.2009
No Degree - K-8 Education Coursework
University of New Mexico
Taos And Sante Fe,Nm2003
Bachelor of Arts - Teaching of Dance
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL05.1975
Skills
Dyslexia NMPED
Orton-Gillingham Training
LETRS Certification 2023
HEGGERTY Certification
- Parent Interaction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Project-based learning
- Reggio Emilia Methodology
- Student-Centered Learning
- Creative Instruction Style
Accomplishments
Created and directed outdoor learning environment (Secret Garden), at Enos Garcia Elementary school. Supported Taos Municipal Schools gardens As farmer Connie.
Involved in continuous self education in areas of reading and math interventions.
Participated as a Community School member, Grade Level team first grade and involved in Parent Family activities.
Timeline
Educator
Taos Municipal Schools,
08.2022 - 05.2024
Educator
Taos Municipal Schools
08.1998 - 05.2021
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
New Mexico Highlands University
No Degree - K-8 Education Coursework
University of New Mexico
Bachelor of Arts - Teaching of Dance
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
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