Grace Kruse
Ellijay,GA
Summary
Enthusiastic and creative educator with a solid understanding of student development and learning styles. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills and connects with students from diverse backgrounds. Experienced in developing engaging lesson plans and assessments to measure student progress.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Long Term Substitute, Eighth Grade
Clear Creek Middle School
2023.12 - Current
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines and expectations to maintain a safe and efficient classroom environment.
- Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
- Monitored student progress to provide feedback on assignments and guidance on areas requiring improvement.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Observed and participated in special learning opportunities to expand horizons and learn different approaches.
Student Teacher, Sixth Grade
Clear Creek Middle School
2023.08 - 2023.12
- Designed lessons for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
Tutor of Writing and History
Young Harris College
2019.12 - 2022.12
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Coached and mentored less-experienced tutors to observe and measure outcomes.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
Young Harris College
Young Harris, GA05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - History
Young Harris College
Young Harris, GA05.2023
Skills
- Adaptability
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Student Engagement
- Small and Whole Group Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Data-Driven Instruction
Certification
- Teaching Certificate from Georgia Professional Standards Comission (GaPSC) - History (6th-12th)
Timeline
Long Term Substitute, Eighth Grade
Clear Creek Middle School
2023.12 - Current
Student Teacher, Sixth Grade
Clear Creek Middle School
2023.08 - 2023.12
Tutor of Writing and History
Young Harris College
2019.12 - 2022.12
Master of Arts - Teaching
Young Harris College
Bachelor of Arts - History
Young Harris College
- Teaching Certificate from Georgia Professional Standards Comission (GaPSC) - History (6th-12th)
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