Ginger Palmer
Mt. Morris
Summary
Dedicated 3rd Grade Teacher with expertise in classroom management, differentiated instruction, and student assessment. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment and promoting student success through engaging lesson plans and effective parent communication.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Swartz Creek Cmty Sch District
Swartz Creek
10.2024 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans to meet diverse student needs.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student development and achievement.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Utilized educational technology to enrich instructional delivery and foster student engagement.
- Facilitated targeted small group instruction to address specific learning objectives and develop student skills.
- Created a safe, inclusive classroom atmosphere promoting respect and cooperation among students.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication regarding student progress.
- Attended professional development workshops related to best practices in education.
- Established positive relationships with students by creating a safe and supportive classroom environment.
- Created an atmosphere conducive to learning by establishing clear expectations for behavior in the classroom.
- Implemented diverse instructional methods to support student learning and academic success.
- Mentored novice teachers in classroom management and lesson planning techniques.
- Tutored students in math, science, history, reading, and English.
Summer School Teacher
Swartz Creek Cmty Sch District
Swartz Creek
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning and participation.
- Assessed student progress through regular quizzes and feedback sessions.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback on assignments.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques based on individual student needs.
- Created and implemented developmentally-appropriate curriculum which addressed individual learning styles.
- Maintained a safe and secure learning environment for all students.
- Assessed student performance through observation and formal testing methods.
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Richfield Public Schools
Flint
08.2010 - 10.2024
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with parents to support student progress and address concerns.
- Assessed student performance using various evaluation methods and tools.
- Integrated technology to enhance instruction and student engagement.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on best practices in the classroom.
- Conducted regular assessments of student performance and provided feedback to students and parents.
- Created an environment conducive to learning through positive reinforcement and behavior management strategies.
- Attended professional development workshops on new teaching techniques and technologies.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop differentiated instruction plans for struggling learners.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
U of M- Flint
Flint, MI08-2002
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Differentiated instruction
- Parent communication
- Professional development
- Mentorship practices
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Student engagement
- Literacy development
- Problem-solving skills
- Behavioral management
- Literacy instruction
Timeline
Summer School Teacher
Swartz Creek Cmty Sch District
06.2025 - 07.2025
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Swartz Creek Cmty Sch District
10.2024 - Current
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Richfield Public Schools
08.2010 - 10.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
U of M- Flint