Gretchen Stiger
Painesville
Summary
Enthusiastic teaching professional with a strong focus on differentiated instruction and relationship building. Committed to cultivating supportive classroom environments that promote inclusivity and active student engagement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
ESC of NEO
Painesville, OH
10.2021 - Current
- Adapted lesson plans to cater to diverse learning needs of students.
- Managed classroom behavior and maintained a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers to ensure continuity of instruction during absences.
- Implemented classroom procedures efficiently, ensuring smooth daily operations.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles.
Student Teacher
CMSD
Cleveland, OH
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Facilitated classroom activities that promoted student participation and collaboration.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with educators to design inclusive strategies for diverse learning needs.
- Utilized educational technology tools to enhance instructional delivery and engagement.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Participated in professional development workshops to refine teaching strategies and methodologies.
Practicum Teacher
CMSD
Cleveland, OH
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs, including many hands on and interactive lessons.
- Assisted with non-classroom duties such as lunch support, arrivals attendance and departure monitoring.
- Collaborated with primary classroom teacher to develop and implement activities.
- Assessed student performance through formal and informal evaluations, providing constructive feedback.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting respect, inclusivity, and active participation.
- Based lesson plans around my preschool student's current IEPs.
Building Substitute Teacher
ESC of NEO
Painesville, OH
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Facilitated engaging learning experiences for diverse student populations across multiple grade levels.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement lesson plans and adapt curriculum as needed.
- Monitored student progress and provided constructive feedback to support academic growth.
- Developed supportive classroom environments that promoted positive behavior and effective communication.
- Provided individualized support to struggling learners, enabling them to reach their full potential academically.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Dance Instructor
Savelli's Dance and Martial Arts
Mentor, OH
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Developed and implemented engaging dance curricula for various age groups.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by encouraging creativity and self-expression in students.
- Planned routines for recitals and performances.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to plan and execute successful recitals showcasing students'' progress and achievements.
- Instructed diverse classes in ballet, hip-hop, tap, and contemporary dance techniques.
- Organized and led recital performances to showcase student progress and talents at the Mentor Fine Arts Center.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Design
Kent State University
Kent, OH05-2005
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building and management
- Student engagement
- Positive reinforcement
- Group and individual instruction
- Creativity in teaching
- Differentiated instruction
- Creative problem solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Lesson plan development
Timeline
Student Teacher
CMSD
01.2025 - 05.2025
Practicum Teacher
CMSD
08.2024 - 12.2024
Building Substitute Teacher
ESC of NEO
09.2022 - 05.2023
Substitute Teacher
ESC of NEO
10.2021 - Current
Dance Instructor
Savelli's Dance and Martial Arts
08.2018 - 06.2019
Master of Arts - Education
Cleveland State University
Bachelor of Arts - Design
Kent State University