Northern Arizona University
Master of Arts from Elementary Education
08.2020 - 05.2022
Hi, I’m
Elizabeth Ray
Educator
Glendale,AZ
"Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire."
-William Butler Yeats
Summary
Accomplished educator successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.
Work History
Peoria Unified School District
3rd Grade Teacher
07.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Enhanced lesson planning and student knowledge of technology, by integrating various web-based applications and Software technology to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons and aid in student research and assignments.
- Collaborate with Administration and educators on Leadership Committee to plan and carry out school-improvement initiatives.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems, and overarching themes.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Produced growth in 91-93% of students reading abilities increasing 2-5 reading levels for school years 2021/2022 and 2022/2023
- Highest increased scores and mastery in overall quarterly reading and math assessments for grade level; 2021/2022 and 2022/2023.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring them on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
- Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
Peoria Unified School District
Instructional Assistant
02.2019 - 09.2019
Job overview
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small-group assistance.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Provided performance feedback to help students understand strengths and areas for improvement.
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
- 83% of students showed growth in general education classrooms due to targeted small-group support.
L'Auberge De Sedona
Catering and Conference Services Manager
01.2007 - 12.2012
Job overview
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
- Evaluated existing plans, processes, and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Supervised onsite team of caterers, audio-visual technicians, and facility management team.
- Supported senior leadership by developing status reports on activities related to planning, scheduling, cancellation, inquiries, resourcing, risk mitigation, and proposal development for various events.
- Organized logistics and materials for each meeting, arranged spaces, and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders.
Education
Northern Arizona UniversityFlagstaff, AZ
Master of Arts from Elementary Education
08.2020 - 05.2022
University Overview
- SEI Endorsed
- Member of National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS)
- Summa Cum Laude Graduate
Grand Canyon UniversityPhoenix, AZ
Bachelor of Arts from Education
08.2019 - 07.2020
University Overview
- Member of National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS)
- Summa Cum Laude Graduate
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Class Engagement
- Test and Assignment Evaluation
- Collaborative Environments
- Developing Social Skills and Team Collaboration
- Cultural Awareness
- Educational Process Knowledge
- Safe, Positive Learning Environment
- Plan Lessons
- Setting Learning Targets
- Creative Questioning
- Promote Literacy
- Small Group Leadership
- Classroom Integration
- Online Systems and Interactive Media
- Computer Installation and Setup
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Timeline
3rd Grade Teacher
Peoria Unified School District
07.2020 - Current
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts from Education
08.2019 - 07.2020
Instructional Assistant
Peoria Unified School District
02.2019 - 09.2019
Catering and Conference Services Manager
L'Auberge De Sedona
01.2007 - 12.2012
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