Elsa Martin
Alanson,MI
Summary
Dynamic Middle School Teacher from Public Schools Of Petoskey, adept in classroom management and curriculum development. Leveraged multimedia strategies and differentiated instruction to enhance academic growth, mentoring new teachers and fostering a love for science, achieving notable student engagement and learning outcomes. Skilled in organizational ability and lesson planning.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Teacher
Public Schools Of Petoskey
09.1999 - 06.2024
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Established clear classroom expectations and maintained consistent discipline to promote an orderly and focused learning atmosphere.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities to stay current on the latest trends in education and continually refine teaching methodologies.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers within the school community, providing guidance on effective teaching strategies and best practices for classroom management.
- Promoted a love for science by integrating engaging inquiry-based activities into daily lessons, sparking curiosity and critical thinking skills among students.
- Provided individualized support for diverse learners by implementing differentiated instruction techniques tailored to each student''s unique needs and abilities.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Spring Arbor University
Spring Arbor, MI05.2004
Bachelor of Science - Middle Grades Education
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA05.1999
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Organizational ability
- Learning Assessments
- Curriculum Development
- Curriculum Implementation
Accomplishments
5D Exemplary Teacher for 20 out of 25 years of teaching
Timeline
Middle School Teacher
Public Schools Of Petoskey
09.1999 - 06.2024
Master of Arts - Education
Spring Arbor University
Bachelor of Science - Middle Grades Education
Valdosta State University