Over 20 years of teaching experience in both middle school and high school environments with a concentration in teaching English. Additional experience with curriculum design, writing programs, tutoring, and school event planning.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
University Of Findlay
08.2021 - Current
Taught College Composition and Introduction to Technical Communication
Implemented curriculum to assist in improving student rigor and critical thinking
Evaluated student performance through regular assessments, tracking progress and adjusting instructional strategies as needed.
Designed and implemented engaging classroom activities, resulting in higher student interest and motivation.
English Teacher
Buckeye Local School District
08.2021 - Current
Assisted struggling students through targeted interventions, leading to increased academic success.
Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need and implement targeted strategies for improvement.
Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learner needs, ensuring all students had equal access to education opportunities.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current on educational trends and research-based strategies for instruction.
Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
Education
Master of Arts - Rhetoric And Composition
University of Findlay
Findlay, OH
05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Integrated Language Arts
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH
05.2003
Skills
Online Teaching
Materials Preparation
Curriculum development
Professional development
Technology integration
Data analysis
Team Collaboration
Writing Instruction
Reading Comprehension
Licensed in Ohio
Accomplishments
Served as English department chair, 2007-2009
Finalist for Teacher of the Year, 2008
Organized school wide Holocaust Remembrance Day 2008-2009 by developing a relationship with the Jewish Federation to provide speakers.
Selected to attend the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum Next Step conference.
Selected to attend the Belfer Conference sponsored by the United States Memorial Museum.
Elected as a Keene State College Holocaust Fellow in 2006.