Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Notable Teaching Experiences
International Experience
Professional Development
Timeline
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Elaine N. Ray

Federal Way,USA

Summary


Professional educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Art Specialist

Evergreen Heights Elementary
01.2022 - Current

Second Grade Teacher

Evergreen Heights Elementary
01.2018 - 01.2022

First Grade Teacher

Evergreen Heights Elementary
01.2017 - 01.2018

Learning Specialist

Evergreen Heights Elementary
01.2016 - 01.2017

Team Leader Grade 2

Christian Alliance International School
01.2012 - 01.2015

Grade 2 Teacher

Christian Alliance International School
01.2010 - 01.2015

Grade 3 Teacher

Quality Schools International
01.2008 - 01.2010

Grade 3-12 Music Teacher

Quality Schools International
01.2008 - 01.2009

Grade 5 Teacher

Southwood Elementary
01.2007 - 01.2008

Grade 2-5 Magic String Teacher

Southwood Elementary
01.2007 - 01.2008

Puyallup School District Summer Program
01.2007

Reading Specialist

Wildwood Elementary
01.2007

String Coach

Vivace Violin Music Studio
01.2003 - 01.2008

Tacoma Youth Symphony
01.2001 - 01.2008

String Coach

Auburn High School
01.2002 - 01.2006

String Coach

Wenatchee High School
01.2002 - 01.2003

String Coach

Woods House Conservatory
01.2002 - 01.2003

Education

Masters of Arts - Education

Pacific Lutheran University
01.2008

Education Certification - Elementary Ed. & Reading Specialist

Pacific Lutheran University
01.2008

Bachelor of Music - String Performance

Central Washington University
01.2003

Skills

  • Cultural diversity awareness
  • Collaboration
  • Unit planning
  • Team leadership
  • Reading and Writing Workshop methods
  • Assessment of reading and writing
  • Individualized instruction planning
  • Instructional theories and practices
  • Phonics instruction
  • Time management

Notable Teaching Experiences

  • Teaching Tier 3 students to improve their decoding skills and read with greater fluency
  • Leading a team of five teachers to facilitate creative learning in the classroom
  • Teaching teachers best literacy practices
  • Teaching teachers in a local Cambodian school
  • Created musical and mathematical intervention for struggling students
  • Facilitated, organized winter and end of year music programs
  • Started an annual talent show for my school
  • Started an after school choir for Grades 1-3

International Experience

  • Lived in China for two years and Hong Kong for five years
  • Studied Chinese History in Beijing
  • Traveled extensively around South East Asia

Professional Development

  • Art Projects for Kids, 01/01/24
  • ATLA Equity Training, ASD, 01/01/22 - 12/31/23
  • Effective Teaching Institute, Muckleshoot Tribe, 01/01/21

Timeline

Art Specialist

Evergreen Heights Elementary
01.2022 - Current

Second Grade Teacher

Evergreen Heights Elementary
01.2018 - 01.2022

First Grade Teacher

Evergreen Heights Elementary
01.2017 - 01.2018

Learning Specialist

Evergreen Heights Elementary
01.2016 - 01.2017

Team Leader Grade 2

Christian Alliance International School
01.2012 - 01.2015

Grade 2 Teacher

Christian Alliance International School
01.2010 - 01.2015

Grade 3 Teacher

Quality Schools International
01.2008 - 01.2010

Grade 3-12 Music Teacher

Quality Schools International
01.2008 - 01.2009

Grade 5 Teacher

Southwood Elementary
01.2007 - 01.2008

Grade 2-5 Magic String Teacher

Southwood Elementary
01.2007 - 01.2008

Puyallup School District Summer Program
01.2007

Reading Specialist

Wildwood Elementary
01.2007

String Coach

Vivace Violin Music Studio
01.2003 - 01.2008

String Coach

Auburn High School
01.2002 - 01.2006

String Coach

Wenatchee High School
01.2002 - 01.2003

String Coach

Woods House Conservatory
01.2002 - 01.2003

Tacoma Youth Symphony
01.2001 - 01.2008

Education Certification - Elementary Ed. & Reading Specialist

Pacific Lutheran University

Bachelor of Music - String Performance

Central Washington University

Masters of Arts - Education

Pacific Lutheran University
Elaine N. Ray