Elizabeth Griffith
New Richmond,OH
Summary
Dedicated educator with strong skills in lesson planning, classroom management, and student assessment. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment and integrating educational technology to enhance student engagement.
Overview
1
1
Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Classroom Teacher
Bethel Local School District
Tipp City, Ohio
09.1999 - 05.2024
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Supervised students throughout day, ensuring safety and promoting positive interactions in classroom and during breaks.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance instructional approaches and resources.
- Assessed student progress using various evaluation tools and methods.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences to discuss student development, fostering collaboration between parents and teachers.
- Integrated technology into lessons to support diverse learning styles.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom dynamics and curriculum delivery.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress and behavior.
- Managed classroom behavior by developing positive relationships with students while enforcing rules fairly and consistently.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Worked with parents, administrators, and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Engaged in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices.
- Facilitated small group instruction to accommodate individual learning styles.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and modify instruction accordingly.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Assisted in the organization of school events such as science fairs and assemblies.
- Tracked attendance, assignments, grades, and class participation, providing essential data to support student progress and engagement.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Created a safe environment that fostered collaboration among students.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for improvement.
- Integrated 21st century skills into daily curriculum to promote creativity.
- Provided guidance for students with special needs, including those with IEPs.
- Developed lessons, activities and materials to cover required course material.
- Administered tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and knowledge of course materials.
- Utilized technology as an effective tool for enhancing instruction.
- Collaborated with a team of professionals to implement educational action plans for special needs and at-risk students.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills through inquiry-based activities and discussions.
- Supervised extracurricular activities such as Math Club and was a 7th and 8th grade volleyball coach for several years.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Delivered clear, informative lectures on subject matter framed to meet state standards.
- Created study guides and supporting materials to reiterate lecture details and prepare students for tests.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
Education
Master of Education - Elementary Education
Wright State University
Dayton, OH12-1998
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Wright State University
Dayton, OH11-1994
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Curriculum development
- Student assessment
- Instructional design
- Educational technology
- Collaborative teaching
- Parent communication
- Critical thinking
Certification
- Classroom Teaching License in the State of Ohio
Timeline
Classroom Teacher
Bethel Local School District
09.1999 - 05.2024
Master of Education - Elementary Education
Wright State University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Wright State University