Emily Butler
Washington
Summary
Veteran English teacher with proven track record of enhancing student success through clear lesson design and individualized support. Adept at curriculum development with specialty in writing and critical reading instruction. Reliable and effective, consistently supporting student success.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
English Language Arts Teacher, 6th & 7th grade, Lead Advisor
Sheridan School
08.2006 - Current
- Designed and documented the 7th grade English curriculum.
- Collaborated with colleague to design a new 6th grade Language Arts curriculum.
- Collaborated with co-teacher on the design and implementation of Social Studies curriculum (American History).
- Planned and led weekly meetings of the 7th grade advisory team.
- Designed and maintained the advisory calendar for 7th grade, planning thematic lessons and grade-wide initiatives to enhance student success.
- Provided differentiated instruction to meet needs of all learners, including special education requirements.
- Authored and Implemented middle school-wide student behavior policy.
- Founder and co-editor of school literary magazine, Sheridan Ink.
- Member of Curricular Independent Research Project group (CIRP) designing interactive English lesson resource.
- Assisted student support group designed to address social concerns.
- Served as faculty mentor in support of new teachers.
- Designed school-wide assemblies to launch the literary magazine and celebrate Annual Reading Day.
- Attended professional development conferences, including Learning and the Brain 2024, Trauma Informed Schools 2021, Responsive Classroom 2018 and 2019, NCTE 2014, WISSIT 2014, and Reading and Writing Workshop 2012.
- Redesigned and maintained the faculty Professional Development library.
- Planned and taught co-curricular classes in collaboration with colleagues, including journalism.
English and homeroom teacher, grades 5 & 6
Westminster School
08.2005 - 06.2006
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student collaboration and respect.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and ensure all students could succeed academically.
- Enhanced critical thinking skills by challenging students with thought-provoking questions during class discussions.
Humanities teacher English and US History, grades 6 & 7
Hebrew Day Institute
08.2004 - 06.2005
- Fostered critical thinking and analytical skills through diverse instructional strategies.
- Served on curriculum development committees, contributing valuable input for the improvement of course materials and instructional approaches.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing various teaching methods and strategies, catering to diverse learning styles.
English teacher, grades 8-10
ISA
08.2001 - 06.2004
- Assessed student performance through regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
Consortium for Overseas Student Teaching (C.O.S.T.)
Cottingham High School
09.2000 - 11.2000
- Internship
- Assisted teachers with classroom management, ensuring a positive learning environment for all students.
- Expanded curriculum offerings by developing new courses based on student interests and industry trends.
Education
Master of Arts (M.A.) - English
Bread Loaf School of English
Secondary Teaching License - English
Mercer University
Certificate of Language Study - French
Centre Linguistique pour Etrangers
Bachelor of Arts - English, minor in writing
Oglethorpe University
05-1996
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Writing instruction
- Instructional technology
- Teaching strategies
Robert Haiduke Poetry Award; 2nd Place
Awarded 2nd place for original poem, Bread Loaf School of English June 2008
Timeline
English Language Arts Teacher, 6th & 7th grade, Lead Advisor
Sheridan School
08.2006 - Current
English and homeroom teacher, grades 5 & 6
Westminster School
08.2005 - 06.2006
Humanities teacher English and US History, grades 6 & 7
Hebrew Day Institute
08.2004 - 06.2005
English teacher, grades 8-10
ISA
08.2001 - 06.2004
Consortium for Overseas Student Teaching (C.O.S.T.)
Cottingham High School
09.2000 - 11.2000
Secondary Teaching License - English
Mercer University
Certificate of Language Study - French
Centre Linguistique pour Etrangers
Master of Arts (M.A.) - English
Bread Loaf School of English
Bachelor of Arts - English, minor in writing
Oglethorpe University
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