Heather Bown
Lehi
Summary
Results-driven Educator experienced in social studies instruction, including AP US History and Economics. Achieved recognition as Teacher of the Year through enhanced student engagement and collaborative learning initiatives. Focused on continuous improvement in student achievement through effective assessment design and instructional support.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Testing Administrator
Alpine School District
American Fork
08.2025 - Current
- Administered Acadience test district wide
- Administered KES testing district wide
- Trained to give the WIDA test in Secondary schools
Instructional Support Specialist
Alpine School District
American Fork
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted Kindergarten teachers with progress monitoring students monthly for the Acadience test
- Assisted teachers in the classroom with learning and activities for enhancement of learning
- Monitored students in the classroom during testing and individual activities
English Language Teacher
VIPKID
San Francisco
07.2017 - 05.2021
- Facilitated real-time online instruction to enhance student language skills and confidence.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and tailored feedback approaches.
- Utilized interactive tools to foster student engagement and participation during lessons.
- Conducted assessments, evaluations and provided feedback on students' progress in learning English language.
Social Studies Teacher
Katy Independent School District
Katy
06.2002 - 05.2011
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse social studies topics.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to encourage critical thinking and student participation.
- Implemented assessments to gauge student understanding of social studies concepts.
- Facilitated small group work sessions where students could collaborate on assignments and ask questions of one another.
- Developed class learning plans to meet district and statement requirements for instruction.
- Delivered AP US history lessons in a structured classroom environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History Education
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT12-2001
Associate of Arts - History
Ricks College
Rexburg, ID04-1998
Skills
- Individualized instruction
- Assessment design
- Educational technology
- Classroom management
- Curriculum development
- Effective communication
- Student engagement
- Instructional planning
- Team collaboration
- Continuous improvement mindset
Accomplishments
- Teacher of the Year 2009
Department Chairman 2004-2011
Certification
- Utah Professional Educator License Secondary Education
Endorsements- History, Geography and Government
Timeline
Testing Administrator
Alpine School District
08.2025 - Current
Instructional Support Specialist
Alpine School District
08.2022 - 05.2023
English Language Teacher
VIPKID
07.2017 - 05.2021
Social Studies Teacher
Katy Independent School District
06.2002 - 05.2011
Bachelor of Arts - History Education
Brigham Young University
Associate of Arts - History
Ricks College