Frances Childers
Southgate,MI
Summary
Upbeat [Job Title] devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Fourth Grade Teacher
Christ The King Lutheran Church & School
06.2012 - Current
- Improved students'' reading comprehension by implementing guided reading groups and literacy centers.
- Enhanced classroom management strategies, resulting in a more focused learning environment for students.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive learning community.
- Increased student motivation by creating engaging activities and hands-on projects that connected to real-world experiences.
- Incorporated diverse instructional strategies, accommodating different learning styles and needs within the classroom.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance to ensure their success in the classroom.
Fourth Grade Teacher
St. John's Lutheran Church And School
06.2006 - 06.2012
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive learning community.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance to ensure their success in the classroom.
- Promoted positive behavior management techniques, creating a respectful and inclusive atmosphere for all learners.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on trends in education and bringing innovative ideas back to the classroom.
- Implemented differentiated instruction methods to meet the diverse needs of each learner, ensuring academic growth across all ability levels.
- Encouraged cooperative group work among students, developing collaborative skills necessary for future success in school and beyond.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Concordia University Chicago
River Forest, IL05.1993
Skills
- Safety awareness
- Standardized tests
- Time Management
- Student Engagement
- Parent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Student needs assessment
- Classroom Management
- Positive Behavior Techniques
Michigan Teacher Certification
Certified K through 5, self contained classroom. Expires 2029
Timeline
Fourth Grade Teacher
Christ The King Lutheran Church & School
06.2012 - Current
Fourth Grade Teacher
St. John's Lutheran Church And School
06.2006 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Concordia University Chicago
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