Flora Grayson
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Dynamic 5th Grade Teacher with a proven track record at Hickmanmills Schools, excelling in student engagement and collaborative learning. Skilled in differentiated instruction and fostering critical thinking, I effectively enhance classroom environments while implementing data-driven strategies to improve learning outcomes. Committed to continuous professional development and effective parent-teacher communication.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade Teacher
Kansas City Public Schools
08.2019 - Current
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices in teaching 5th grade students.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, modifying instruction as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons, connecting subject matter across various topics.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
6th Grade Teacher
Hickmanmills Schools
11.2002 - 05.2019
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices in teaching 5th grade students.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, modifying instruction as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons, connecting subject matter across various topics.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
- Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques to meet the diverse needs of all learners within the classroom.
- Cultivated critical thinking skills among students by challenging them with complex problem-solving tasks and thought-provoking discussions.
- Improved classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and setting clear expectations for behavior.
International Telecommuncations Analyst
Sprint
11.1983 - 11.2001
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.
- Improved internal knowledge sharing by developing comprehensive documentation outlining standard operating procedures for various tasks.
- Enhanced team collaboration by providing clear communication of complex findings through visualizations and reports.
- Implemented predictive analytics techniques that enabled proactive adjustments to business strategies based on emerging trends.
Education
Master of Science -
Graceland Unversity
Independence, MO05-2012
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Graceland University
Independence, MO05-2008
Skills
- Student engagement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Collaborative learning
- Science instruction
Timeline
5th Grade Teacher
Kansas City Public Schools
08.2019 - Current
6th Grade Teacher
Hickmanmills Schools
11.2002 - 05.2019
International Telecommuncations Analyst
Sprint
11.1983 - 11.2001
Master of Science -
Graceland Unversity
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Graceland University
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