Heather Ezell
Fenton,MI
Summary
. Creative and energetic Early Childhood Education professional devoted to offering diverse activity plans and experiential learning opportunities to enhance individual development. Friendly, supportive and motivated with strong desire to promote student potential. Offering many years of experience with passion for building strong rapport with faculty, students and caregivers.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Guest Teacher
Holly Academy
09.2012 - 12.2016
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Promoted positive learning environment in classrooms for students in grades K to 8.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, GSRP
Fenton Area Schools - Ellen Street Campus
02.2012 - 05.2012
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning needs within the classroom effectively.
- Nurtured open communication with parents and guardians, discussing students progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Assessed student progress regularly, providing individualized feedback and support for continuous improvement.
- Applied a variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
Early Childhood Substitute Teacher
Fenton Area Schools - Ellen St Campus
09.2011 - 05.2014
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences and teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
Elementary School Teacher
Huron Valley Schools
08.1992 - 01.1997
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student progress and addressing concerns as needed.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Promoted a growth mindset in the classroom by encouraging students to set goals, embrace challenges, and persevere through obstacles.
- Presented engaging hands-on activities to reinforce fundamental concepts, resulting in increased student motivation and participation.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as field trips and special events, enriching the educational experience for all students involved.
- Retained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MIMaster's Degree Started 1994
Oakland University
Auburn Hills, MISkills
- Child Development
- Student-Centered Learning
- Co-Teaching and Co-Planning
- Team Collaboration
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Classroom Management
- Safety Awareness
- Behavior Management
- Lesson Planning
- Student Records Management
- Classroom Organization
Timeline
Guest Teacher
Holly Academy
09.2012 - 12.2016
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, GSRP
Fenton Area Schools - Ellen Street Campus
02.2012 - 05.2012
Early Childhood Substitute Teacher
Fenton Area Schools - Ellen St Campus
09.2011 - 05.2014
Elementary School Teacher
Huron Valley Schools
08.1992 - 01.1997
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Eastern Michigan University
Master's Degree Started 1994
Oakland University
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