Diane Crawford
Winchester,VA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fourth Grade Teacher
St. Theresa Catholic School
08.2018 - 08.2024
- Taught math, language arts (english/reading), science, technology, and spelling/vocabulary
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Incorporated diverse instructional strategies to accommodate special needs students within the classroom.
- Organized field trips and guest speakers to enhance students'' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
- Tracked student progress using formative and summative assessments, informing future instruction and support strategies and communicating progress with both students and families regularly throughout the year.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with peers, and administrative staff.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Increased student motivation by creating engaging activities and hands-on projects that connected to real-world experiences.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on trends in education and bringing innovative ideas back to the classroom.
Fourth and Fifth Grade Teacher
Our Lady Of Good Counsel School
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lessons that fostered critical thinking skills.
- Taught math, language arts (english/reading), science, technology, and spelling/vocabulary
- Implemented a positive classroom management system, promoting a supportive learning environment conducive to academic success.
- Assessed student progress regularly, adjusting instructional strategies to meet individual needs and improve overall performance.
- Served as a reliable point of contact for parents regarding concerns or updates on academic progress, ensuring consistent communication between home and school environments.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
Education
Master of Arts - Education And Human Development
George Washington University
District Of Columbia09-1986
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Marymount University
Arlington, VA08-1982
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking and Organization
- Problem-solving Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Proficient in Microsoft Word
- Oral communication
- Activity Planning
- Technology Integration
Certification
Commonwealth of Virginia Postgraduate Professional License: Endorsement in Middle Education 6-8: History/Social Science (Effective 07/01/2023 to 06/30/2033)
Timeline
Fourth Grade Teacher
St. Theresa Catholic School
08.2018 - 08.2024
Fourth and Fifth Grade Teacher
Our Lady Of Good Counsel School
08.2016 - 08.2018
Commonwealth of Virginia Postgraduate Professional License: Endorsement in Middle Education 6-8: History/Social Science (Effective 07/01/2023 to 06/30/2033)
Master of Arts - Education And Human Development
George Washington University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Marymount University
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