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Erin Dunton (Wahlen)

Enterprise,UT

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Escalante Elementary, skilled in differentiated instruction and fostering parent-teacher communication. Successfully enhanced student engagement through innovative lesson planning and tailored support, ensuring academic growth for diverse learners. Committed to creating a nurturing environment that promotes early childhood development and addresses individual needs effectively.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Kindergarten Teacher

Escalante Elementary
08.2017 - 07.2020
  • Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
  • Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
  • Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
  • Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
  • Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
  • Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.
  • Utilized assessment data to modify instruction and target areas of weakness for individual students.
  • Fostered safe and welcoming classroom atmosphere, enabling students to feel valued and heard.
  • Enhanced classroom behavior through implementation of positive reinforcement strategy, leading to more conducive learning environment.

Fourth Grade Teacher

Copperview Elementary
08.2014 - 07.2017
  • Tracked student progress using formative and summative assessments, informing future instruction and support strategies.
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Incorporated diverse instructional strategies, accommodating different learning styles and needs within the classroom.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction methods to meet the diverse needs of each learner, ensuring academic growth across all ability levels.
  • Maintained accurate records of student performance data, communicating progress with both students and families regularly throughout the year.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
  • Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
  • Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
  • Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
  • Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
  • Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
  • Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.

Testing Coordinator

Discovery Girls Ranch
06.2013 - 07.2014
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams for efficient collaboration during the entire testing process.
  • Improved overall testing quality with thorough documentation practices and regular progress reports.
  • Maintained a secure testing environment by enforcing strict adherence to confidentiality guidelines and security protocols.
  • Manage testing environment to mitigate outside variables and increase accuracy.
  • Reduced testing errors through meticulous attention to detail and diligent monitoring of testing protocols.
  • Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
  • Trained other workers in inspection and testing procedures.

Extended Day Teacher/Aide Assistant

Iron Springs Elementary
08.2008 - 05.2014
  • Kept all students in care safe and supported individual needs.
  • Utilized various teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles, promoting student engagement and retention of material.
  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding their child''s academic progress, addressing any concerns or areas for improvement proactively.
  • Enhanced student motivation by creating engaging lessons that incorporated elements of gamification, increasing overall participation levels.
  • Improved student understanding by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lesson plans.
  • Provided individualized support for struggling students through targeted interventions and one-on-one tutoring sessions designed to close achievement gaps.
  • Utilized approved behavior management strategies to maintain discipline.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education, enhancing my own instructional skills.
  • Observed and monitored children's play activities to promote healthy, safe environment.

Education

Bachelors in Elementary Education - Elementary Education/ESL

Southern Utah University
Cedar City, UT
05-2011

Associate of Arts - Elementary Education

Tarrant County College
Fort Worth, TX
05-2008

Skills

  • Differentiated instruction
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Lesson planning
  • Early childhood development

Timeline

Kindergarten Teacher

Escalante Elementary
08.2017 - 07.2020

Fourth Grade Teacher

Copperview Elementary
08.2014 - 07.2017

Testing Coordinator

Discovery Girls Ranch
06.2013 - 07.2014

Extended Day Teacher/Aide Assistant

Iron Springs Elementary
08.2008 - 05.2014

Bachelors in Elementary Education - Elementary Education/ESL

Southern Utah University

Associate of Arts - Elementary Education

Tarrant County College

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