ELIZABETH MEDLYN
Placerville,CA
Summary
Enthusiastic and optimistic teacher with more than 25 years of experience. I am currently employed by the El Dorado County Office of Education as an instructional strategist. I previously worked for the Lassen County Office of Education for many years and had a variety of teaching assignments. Although I have approached all teaching positions with the same diligence and desire to do my best, my heart belongs in alternative education.
I am dedicated to my students, as well as my profession. I am committed to engaging, encouraging, and inspiring all students. I strive to bring out the best in others and help students reach their goals and potential. My goal is not simply to teach, but to inspire a desire to learn more.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Strategist
El Dorado County Office Of Education
Placerville, CA
08.2018 - Current
- Responsible for developing and implementing graduation plans for homeroom students
- Manage and facilitate students' academic success
- Currently teach U.S. History, Life Science, Consumer Math, Health, and a Criminal Justice Elective.
- Experience teaching English, Math, and Art in grades 7-12.
- Collaborate with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons, promoting learning and student engagement.
- Implemented Character-Based Literacy.
- Set and communicate ground rules for the classroom based on respect and personal responsibility.
- Differentiate instruction according to student ability, and skill level.
- Help learners of all abilities build learning and study skills to promote lifelong educational goals.
Teacher, Providence Juvenile Court School
Lassen County Of Education -
Susanville, CA
08.2015 - 06.2018
- All subjects taught to 7th to 12th grade students in a locked detention facility.
- Developed interesting course plans to meet the academic, intellectual, and social-emotional needs of students.
- Responsible for all educational programs and instruction
- Mentored and counseled students with adjustment and academic problems
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs
- Created an environment of mutual respect and compassion
Elementary Teacher, Shaffer School
LCOE
08.2011 - 06.2015
- 6th grade Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, P.E
- Prepared unit and lesson plans for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines and common core standards
- 7th and 8th grade opportunity classroom teacher
- Reading intervention
- 7th and 8th grade Algebra and Language Arts
- Yearbook adviser
- Earned positive feedback from parents regarding classroom instruction and climate, and student learning
- Instructed students in standardized subjects, as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character
- Identified student needs and collaborated with faculty to resolve social, cognitive or behavioral challenges
- Administered and graded class tests and standardized assessments to evaluate student progress and comprehension
- Participated in professional development workshops during academic school year and summer
- Prepared unit and lesson plans for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines and common core standards
Teacher, PACE Program
LCOE
08.2006 - 07.2011
- Probation Alternatives in a Community Environment
- Multi-agency collaborative for at-risk students in grades 9 -12
- Students were on probation, had a mental health diagnosis and a drug or alcohol problem I was responsible for the educational component of the program
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among a class of 20 students
- Established and facilitated an individual educational plan for each student
Teacher, 9th Grade Opportunity
LCOE
08.2005 - 06.2006
- I developed lesson plans and learning objectives for all subjects in a self-contained classroom for struggling 9th grade students.
- Developed and implemented interesting and interactive learning mediums to increase student understanding of course materials.
Teacher, Steps to Success
LCOE
08.2004 - 06.2005
- Classroom for emotionally disturbed students
- Designed lesson plans focused on age and level-appropriate material.
Teacher, Community Day School
Lassen Union High School District
08.1999 - 06.2003
- I taught all subjects in the high school curriculum to expelled students in self-contained classroom
- Developed tailored lessons based on student needs.
- Worked closely with probation to promote success in and out of school
- Created a climate of mutual respect and cooperation
- Developed a reward system to chart and encourage student accomplishment
Education
Bachelor of Arts - HCSV - Criminal Justice
CSU Chico
Teaching Credential
CSU Chico
2004
Skills
- K - 12 experience
- Experience with a variety of learning styles and abilities
- Able to employ Multiple Intelligence Theories in the classroom
- Adaptable
- Extensive experience designing individualized learning plans for high school graduation
- Experience motivating and teaching at-risk students
Certification
- Essential Classroom Technology for Teachers
- Using Multiple Intelligence Theory to Reach All Learners
- The Teenage Brain
- An Educators Guide to Grammar
- Teaching Children in Crisis
Affiliations
- Empathy in Education
- Soroptimist Community Service Award
- 2017/2018 Teacher of the Year
References
- Patty Gunderson, Superintendent LCOE 530-257-2196 pgunderson@lcoe.org
- Terri Daniels, Principal, Folsom Middle School 530-250-7693
- Fred Mier, EDCOE Principal/Supervisor 209-662-1251
- Brandy Miller-Speiker, Para- educator 530-310-2734
- Richard DuVarney, Superintendent, Tehama County 530-527-5811
Timeline
Instructional Strategist
El Dorado County Office Of Education
08.2018 - Current
Teacher, Providence Juvenile Court School
Lassen County Of Education -
08.2015 - 06.2018
Elementary Teacher, Shaffer School
LCOE
08.2011 - 06.2015
Teacher, PACE Program
LCOE
08.2006 - 07.2011
Teacher, 9th Grade Opportunity
LCOE
08.2005 - 06.2006
Teacher, Steps to Success
LCOE
08.2004 - 06.2005
Teacher, Community Day School
Lassen Union High School District
08.1999 - 06.2003
Bachelor of Arts - HCSV - Criminal Justice
CSU Chico
Teaching Credential
CSU Chico
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