Heather Cummings
Gilmanton Ironworks,NH
Summary
Seeking a career in the education field working with either elementary or middle school aged children where my skills in and passion for education and child development can be utilized. Teacher with 20+ years experience in various classroom situations and settings, and a B.S. in Elementary Education.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher for Eighth Grade
Classical Conversations
Burlington, MA
08.2018 - 08.2021
- Wrote and executed lesson plans for full eighth grade curriculum
- Creatively engaged students in learning classically
- Established relationships with students and parents so we could work as a team toward student mastery of the each subject
- Assisted in resolving conflicts between students and families
- Planned and organized variety of activities and field trips to aid mental and physical growth in children
- Created detailed reports summarizing student performance data
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities
- Maintained secure and disciplined classroom to provide positive learning environment
- Collaborated with other school staff to ensure that all students have access to a safe and supportive learning environment
Founded and Directed Classical Conversations
Classical Conversations
Burlington, MA
06.2015 - 08.2019
- Hired, trained and payed a team of tutors for 80+ students
- Led curriculum and planning meetings
- Problem solved behavioral problems between students and brought parents alongside to work through challenges
- Attended yearly professional development conferences to train in the methods of classical education
- Taught every subject classically through eight grade
- Coordinated meetings with teachers, parents, and students
- Created an atmosphere of respect among faculty members and students alike
- Provided guidance and support to teachers in developing curriculum plans
- Managed building rental and operations, organized teachers' schedules, student registration and class breakout
- Collaborated with teachers on classroom management, behavior and instructional strategies
- Oversaw budgets, documented changes and tracked expenses to allocate and manage funds
Elementary Teacher, Grades 1-3
Classical Conversations
Burlington, MA
08.2013 - 08.2018
- Managed classes of up to nine students
- Recognized parents as primary teachers of their children while being the lead learner and guide through the seven subjects taught in the curriculum
- Creatively integrated all learning styles into the subjects taught
- Encouraged active participation from all students during class discussions
- Promoted collaboration among peers through group activities and projects
- Supervised recess periods and monitored playground activities
- Provided individual guidance for struggling students
- Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to encourage good behavior in students
- Maintained safe, clean and organized classroom environment.
Additional Teaching Experience
Private Christian School
Burlington, MA
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Taught physical education in a private Christian school for 20-25 students for five years
- Taught reading comprehension and dictation classes to individuals and in a classroom setting
- Taught private piano lessons for 15 years
Education
BA in Elementary Education -
Northland Baptist Bible College
Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proven leadership qualities and ability to motivate others
- Highly self-motivated and organized
- Driven to teach academic subjects as well as excellent character development in students
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Passionate desire to instill a Christian worldview through the subjects taught
Timeline
Lead Teacher for Eighth Grade
Classical Conversations
08.2018 - 08.2021
Founded and Directed Classical Conversations
Classical Conversations
06.2015 - 08.2019
Elementary Teacher, Grades 1-3
Classical Conversations
08.2013 - 08.2018
Additional Teaching Experience
Private Christian School
01.2006 - 01.2011
BA in Elementary Education -
Northland Baptist Bible College
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