Dedicated educator with over 20 years of teaching experience, committed to creating stimulating, encouraging and supportive learning experiences for all students.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade Math Teacher
Humboldt Middle School
08.2011 - Current
Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
Conducted over 400 PT Conferences to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
Provided additional support for students with special needs and learning disabilities.
Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
4th Grade Teacher
Gilmore City Elementary
08.2009 - 06.2011
All responsibilities listed above as well as the following:
Enhanced reading skills through use of children's literature and reader's theater.
Used children's literature to teach and reinforce reading, writing, grammar and phonics.
Improved students' reading levels through guided reading groups and whole group instruction.
Served as a mentor to first year teachers in the AEA's First Year Mentoring program.
Served on the District Leadership Team
Sent out weekly newsletters to parents
2nd Grade Teacher
Twin Rivers Elementary
08.2005 - 06.2009
Same responsibilities as previously listed
hosted a student teacher who is now a PK-8th grade principal
5th/6th Grade Special Education
Manson Northwest Webster Schools
08.2003 - 06.2005
Maintained regular communication with students, parents and colleagues regarding student progress.
Responsible for IEP development, data collection, implementation, transition plans and goals.
Maintained special education student caseload.
Created recommendations to maximize the learning environment of a visually impaired student.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - PK-6 Early Childhood/Elem Educator W/ Special Ed
Iowa State University
Ames, United States
12.1999
Skills
Special Education Experience
IEP Implementation and Knowledge
Technology Integration
Cooperating teacher for 7 student teachers
Completed Trauma Informed Online Academy
Distance Learning through Zoom
Lesson Planning
Teacher Collaboration
Relationship Building
Standardized tests proctor
Youth Mental Health First Aid Certified
Safe, Positive Learning Environment
Skills
Leadership Skills - 5th Grade Team Leader, work effectively alongside colleagues & administrators, guide & inspire students, mentor
Communication Skills - Parent/Teacher Conferences, giving feedback