Dawn Perkins
Teacher
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Energetic and highly qualified 1st Grade teacher who understands and implements new teaching strategies. Driven to grow as a professional and loves to bring new technologies and resources back to the classroom. Excellent at working with different learning styles. Dedicated to improve student learning outcomes by providing meaningful, engaging lessons and interventions. Looking to expand career using expertise and knowledge in elementary education.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
42
42
years of post-secondary education
7
7
Certifications
Work History
1st Grade Teacher
Mesa Public Schools
Mesa, AZ
08.2007 - Current
- Created an engaging classroom that focused on classroom culture, community, and equity
- Collaborated with administrators and team members in PLC's
- Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child's academic progress and social-emotional development
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement
- Attended professional development and in-service training
- Developed leadership skills by being team lead; committee leader; PTO Co-President; MTSS Academic & Behavior Team member; curriculum adoption committee; new teacher mentor
- Performed Highly Proficient on yearly evaluation
- Balanced remote and in-person teaching during pandemic.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, offering guidance on lesson planning, instructional strategies, and classroom management techniques
- Worked as a Summer School Teacher & Tutor
1st Grade Teacher
Florence Unified School District
San Tan, AZ
07.2006 - 05.2007
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth
- Collaborated with team members, and supported lesson-planning and curriculum mapping
- Willing to be mentored as first-year teacher.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary EducationReading Specialist Endorsement
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff 08.2007 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND 08.2021 - 01.2024
High School Diploma -
Grafton High School
Grafton 08.1999 - 05.2022
Skills
Elementary Education
Accomplishments
- STEAM & Project-based learning trained
- Currently getting part of the Personalized Learning Network
Certification
Arizona Standard K-8 Teaching Certificate
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of North Dakota
08.2021 - 01.2024
Master of Science - Elementary EducationReading Specialist Endorsement
Northern Arizona University
08.2007 - 05.2024
1st Grade Teacher
Mesa Public Schools
08.2007 - Current
1st Grade Teacher
Florence Unified School District
07.2006 - 05.2007
High School Diploma -
Grafton High School
08.1999 - 05.2022