Donald Garner
Kokomo,IN
Summary
Dynamic MS Social Studies Teacher at Tri-central Community Schools, adept at differentiated instruction and technology implementation. Enhanced student engagement through project-based learning and interdisciplinary collaboration, fostering critical thinking and a positive learning environment. Committed to continuous professional development, resulting in improved academic performance and enriched classroom experiences.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
MS Social Studies Teacher Teacher
Tri-central Community Schools
08.1978 - 05.2020
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected social studies content to other subject areas.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles.
- Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
- Implemented project-based learning activities that encouraged students to apply their knowledge to real-life situations, enhancing problem-solving skills and deepening understanding of course concepts.
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in social studies education and incorporating new strategies into lessons.
- Implemented prepared lesson plans in established classrooms.
- Assisted struggling students through targeted one-on-one tutoring sessions, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Established and communicated clear objectives for all educational activities.
- Enhanced critical thinking skills for students through engaging debates and inquiry-based activities.
- Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
Education
Masters + 18 Hours - Elementary Education
Indiana University Kokomo
Kokomo, IN05.1982
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Educational technology
- Classroom management
- Technology implementation
- Group instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Student needs assessment
- Verbal and written communication
- Lesson planning
- Behavior modeling
- Student development
- Lesson plan implementation
- Curriculum development
- Physical geography
- Standardized testing
- Interdisciplinary teaching
- Progress monitoring
- Project-based learning
- Human geography
- Social studies
- Discipline
- Creative problem solving
- Social studies teaching
- Positive learning environment
- Positive reinforcement
- Parent communication
- Classroom technology
- Student motivation and engagement
- Creative instruction style
Accomplishments
Teacher of the year for the district.
FCA sponsor
Shark Tank evening presentations by students
Coached several sports
Timeline
MS Social Studies Teacher Teacher
Tri-central Community Schools
08.1978 - 05.2020
Masters + 18 Hours - Elementary Education
Indiana University Kokomo
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