Licensed Elementary Teacher with 4+ years of experience in grades K and 2. Passionate about building confidence in children while fostering curiosity and love of learning. Committed to excellence in teaching, and optimizing school and student success.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
95% Group Reading Aide
Eagle Crest Elementary
09.2023 - Current
Communicated with classroom teachers about student progress and concerns to aid in effective grouping
Monitored student progress and adjusted instructional strategies to optimize learning outcomes.
Provided one-on-one and small group tutoring sessions, improving reading fluency and accuracy.
Established a positive learning environment that promoted student confidence in reading.
Developed engaging materials, including visual aids and games, to facilitate engagement and active learning.
KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
IGNITE ENTREPRENEURSHIP ACADEMY, LEHI
08.2020 - 05.2021
Developed lessons and units of study incorporating Montessori method, blended (online and in-person) and project-based learning
Engaged in effective progress monitoring, using data to tailor instruction
Researched and implemented "science of reading" strategies to increase literacy proficiency
Collaborated with kindergarten team to create online lesson plans, including designing classroom web pages, and creating online content and lessons
Maintained effective weekly communication with student's families regarding student learning encouraging at-home involvement to increase student success
Served as Kindergarten Math Chair, creating a scope and sequence that aligned standards, the school's chosen math curriculum Illustrative Math, Montessori method, and project-based learning
SECOND GRADE TEACHER
MONTICELLO ACADEMY
08.2007 - 06.2010
Collaborated with 2nd Grade Team to develop a complete 180 day plan for Reading, Language Arts, Spelling, Math, Social Studies, Science
Served as 2nd Grade Team Math Chairperson addressing math curriculum challenges, and orchestrating quarterly “Math Night” for parents and students
Designed unit plans using the backward design model to achieve desired learning outcomes
Created hands-on, technology-integrated lesson plans designed to help students make connections and find real-world application
Praised for classroom management by parents, faculty, and administration
Worked closely with parents to address behavior and learning or achievement concerns by establishing individualized modified goals, and rewards to ensure success of each student
Education
Alternative Routes To Licensure -
Southern Utah University
Cedar City
2009
Alternative Routes To Licensure -
University of Phoenix
Online
2009
Alternative Routes To Licensure -
Salt Lake Community College
Salt Lake City, UT
2008
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communications
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT
12.2005
Associate of Science - Mass Communications
Snow College
Ephraim, UT
06.2003
Skills
Team Collaboration
Problem-Solving Skills
Communication Skills
Organization Skills
Creativity
Certification
Professional Elementary Education License
Timeline
95% Group Reading Aide
Eagle Crest Elementary
09.2023 - Current
KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
IGNITE ENTREPRENEURSHIP ACADEMY, LEHI
08.2020 - 05.2021
SECOND GRADE TEACHER
MONTICELLO ACADEMY
08.2007 - 06.2010
Alternative Routes To Licensure -
Southern Utah University
Alternative Routes To Licensure -
University of Phoenix
Alternative Routes To Licensure -
Salt Lake Community College
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communications
University of Utah
Associate of Science - Mass Communications
Snow College
Professional Elementary Education License
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