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Overview
Work History
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Erin Kruska

Bend,OR

Summary

Professional and passionate educator prepared for impactful teaching roles and committed to continual improvement. Proven track record in classroom management, curriculum development, and student engagement. Strong focus on collaboration, adaptability, reliability and achieving educational outcomes. Skilled in lesson planning, fostering inclusive environments, and utilizing technology to enhance learning. Reliable team player with results-driven approach.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher

High Desert E.S.D.
04.2007 - Current
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.


Second Grade Teacher

Bend International School
02.2024 - 06.2024
  • Supported students to develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Collaborated with teachers to integrate WBL experiences into classroom instruction, enhancing curriculum relevance for students.

E.L.L. Middle School Substitute Teacher

High Desert E.S.D.
08.2023 - 02.2024
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research-based teaching strategies for continuous improvement in practice.
  • Supported English language learners with specialized instruction, improving linguistic abilities and overall academic success.

ELD Teacher

Bear Creek Elementary
01.2023 - 06.2023
  • Cultivated an inclusive classroom atmosphere where all students felt valued, respected, and encouraged to participate actively in their education.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to create a supportive educational community.

Kindergarten Teacher

Buckingham Elementary
01.2022 - 06.2022
  • Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
  • Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.


Title 1 Reading Teacher

Vern Patrick Elementary
03.2021 - 06.2021
  • Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies, resulting in improved student engagement and comprehension.


Kindergarten Teacher

R.E. Jewell Elementary
01.2018 - 04.2018
  • Fostered social-emotional growth in students through daily morning meetings, conflict resolution strategies, and character educational lessons.
  • Utilized assessment data to modify instruction and target areas of weakness for individual students.

Reading TitleTeacher

Sage Elementary
09.2017 - 12.2017
  • Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.

Kindergarten Teacher

Madras Primary School
12.2015 - 03.2016
  • Facilitated small ground and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
  • Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.

First Grade Teacher

Madras Primary School
03.2015 - 06.2015
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised lesson plans to meet educational objectives.

Third Grade Teacher

Sage Elementary
03.2014 - 06.2014
  • Promoted equity in education through targeted interventions for underperforming students and support for diverse learners.
  • Differentiated instruction to meet unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access curriculum successfully.

Education

Master of Arts - Elementary Education, (Multiple Subjects, K-8)

Pacific University
Forest Grove, Oregon

Skills

Languages:

  • Beginning Spanish
  • Intermediate French
  • Conversational Japanese

Data Entry:

  • Type 88 WPM

Computer:

  • MS Word
  • Outlook
  • Excel
  • Word Perfect
  • Google Docs/Slides/Google Classroom
  • Synergy
  • Dropbox
  • Bloom
  • Canvas
  • Canva
  • Video Conferencing

Teaching Skills:

  • Instructional Strategies
  • Motivational Techniques
  • Classroom Management
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Equity Teaching Lens

Continued Professional Education

  • Talented and Gifted Program
  • Trauma Engagement Series
  • Culture of Achievement
  • 2.0 Team Project OSU Culture of Achievement
  • Research-Based Practices
  • Fostering Resilient Learners
  • Spanish Language Course
  • E.L.L.: Unit By Design Team

References

References furnished upon request

Training

  • Imagine Learning Technology
  • Culturally Responsive Teaching
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Co-Ed Tech Workshop
  • Really Great Reading/HD Word
  • ELPA Screening & Testing
  • Diebls Testing
  • ESL/S.I.O.P. Workshops

Timeline

Second Grade Teacher

Bend International School
02.2024 - 06.2024

E.L.L. Middle School Substitute Teacher

High Desert E.S.D.
08.2023 - 02.2024

ELD Teacher

Bear Creek Elementary
01.2023 - 06.2023

Kindergarten Teacher

Buckingham Elementary
01.2022 - 06.2022

Title 1 Reading Teacher

Vern Patrick Elementary
03.2021 - 06.2021

Kindergarten Teacher

R.E. Jewell Elementary
01.2018 - 04.2018

Reading TitleTeacher

Sage Elementary
09.2017 - 12.2017

Kindergarten Teacher

Madras Primary School
12.2015 - 03.2016

First Grade Teacher

Madras Primary School
03.2015 - 06.2015

Third Grade Teacher

Sage Elementary
03.2014 - 06.2014

Substitute Teacher

High Desert E.S.D.
04.2007 - Current

Master of Arts - Elementary Education, (Multiple Subjects, K-8)

Pacific University

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