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David Spiker

David Spiker

Teacher
Raleigh,NC

Summary

Highly innovative and resourceful education professional who quickly identifies and resolves challenging classroom situations.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Teacher

The Learning Experience
Cary, NC
03.2013 - Current
  • Instructed up to 20 students individually and in groups.
  • Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Met regularly with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress.

Lead Teacher

Primrose School of North Raleigh
Raleigh, NC
05.2012 - 02.2013
  • Instructed up to [18 students individually and in groups.

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  • Completed and filed all necessary paperwork for classroom activities, including meal count sheets and attendance logs.
  • Pursued professional development continually by attending educational conferences and teacher training workshops.

Lead tTeacher

A Safe Place Childcare Center
Raleigh, NC
03.2011 - 03.2012
  • Observed and evaluated students' performance, behavior, social development and physical health.
  • Created an enjoyable and interesting learning environment for [12students each year.
  • Completed training courses to keep up-to-date with new teaching methods and developments in the field.

LeadTeacher

Goddard School
Morrisville, NC
12.2010 - 05.2011
  • Created a classroom environment in which children could learn respect for themselves and others.
  • Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children’s literature from cultures around the world.
  • Selected age-appropriate stories and read them aloud during daily story time.

Lead Teacher

Sterling Montessori Academy and Charter School
Morrisville, NC
07.2008 - 06.2009
  • Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
  • Planned and implemented creative lessons in accordance with district, county, state and federal guidelines.
  • Took part in professional organizations and continuing education courses.

Teacher Assistant, Teacher And Substitute Teacher

Wake County Public School System
Raleigh, NC
08.2003 - 06.2008
  • Encouraged students with special academic interests to fully pursue those subjects.
  • Worked with other teachers and administrators to evaluate and revise elementary school programs.
  • Pursued professional development continually by attending educational conferences and teacher training workshops.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Gannon University
1995

Skills

  • North Carolina] Teaching Certificate with Elementary Education endorsement
  • Creative lesson planning
  • Instructional best practices
  • SMART Board aptitude
  • Meets [North Carolina]’s NCLBs Highly Qualified Teacher requirements
  • Kind and empathetic educator
  • Positive and encouraging
  • Experiential learning
  • Self-motivated
  • Fast learner
  • Purposeful lesson planning

Certification

North Carolina K-6 Elementary License

Timeline

Lead Teacher

The Learning Experience
03.2013 - Current

Lead Teacher

Primrose School of North Raleigh
05.2012 - 02.2013

Lead tTeacher

A Safe Place Childcare Center
03.2011 - 03.2012

LeadTeacher

Goddard School
12.2010 - 05.2011

Lead Teacher

Sterling Montessori Academy and Charter School
07.2008 - 06.2009

Teacher Assistant, Teacher And Substitute Teacher

Wake County Public School System
08.2003 - 06.2008

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Gannon University

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