Gretchen Clinger
Beaver Falls,PA
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Ambridge Area School District, excelling in curriculum development and relationship building. Leveraged digital literacy and innovative instructional methods to significantly enhance student learning outcomes. Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and community involvement, fostering exceptional student and guardian relationships.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Ambridge Area School District
Ambridge, PA
07.2008 - Current
- Improved delivery of instruction by analyzing and distilling test data to identify opportunities for intervention and enrichment.
- Encouraged student curiosity and continuous learning by incorporating innovative teaching strategies.
- Created a safe environment where students could express their ideas freely and openly.
- Implemented multiple methods to improve student educational success.
- Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
Teacher, 6th Grade Learning Support
Rocester School District
Beaver Falls, PA
01.2005 - 07.2008
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Clarion, PA04-2009
Master of Science - Education
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Clarion, PA12-2004
Skills
- Parent and teacher conferences
- Testing and grading
- Relationship building
- Student evaluations
- Digital literacy
- Curriculum development
- Instructional methods
- Community involvement
Affiliations
- High School Varsity Cheer Coach
- Booster Organization Treasurer and President
- PTO Teacher Representative
Accomplishments
- Teacher of the Month
- Teacher Mentor for new hirers
- Choose for the Child Study Team
- Choose for Student Assistance Program (SAP Team)
- Choose for Leadership Team
Certification
- Elementary and Special Education Certificates
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Teacher
Ambridge Area School District
07.2008 - Current
Teacher, 6th Grade Learning Support
Rocester School District
01.2005 - 07.2008
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Master of Science - Education
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
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