Heather Kauffman
Saint Joseph,MI
Summary
Dedicated educator with expertise in lesson planning, student engagement, and relationship building. Committed to fostering a collaborative learning environment and implementing differentiated instruction to meet diverse student needs.
Experienced educator with a strong background in developing engaging lesson plans and implementing effective communication strategies. Skilled in mentoring new teachers and leading professional development workshops to enhance instructional practices within the school community.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher -4th and 5th Grade
River School
08.2023 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of core subjects in both Language Arts and Social Studies.
- Utilized various educational technologies to facilitate interactive learning experiences. Engaging students in technology to meet student needs.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and provided targeted feedback. Reviewed data to determine lesson goals and objectives.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that fostered critical thinking. Working with many grade level educators and students to meet the needs of students at various ages.
- Utilized various educational technologies to facilitate interactive learning experiences.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and provided targeted feedback.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Teacher -7th Grade
Fairfield City School District
08.2001 - 05.2023
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to enhance student learning experiences.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs of students.
- Utilized assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adapt instructional methods accordingly.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design and implement school-wide initiatives focused on improving academic performance.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and instructional strategies.
- Led professional development workshops to enhance teaching methodologies among staff.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Education
Master of Science - Education And Curriculum
Ohio Dominican University
Columbus, OH2004
Bachelor of Science - K-8 Education
The University of The Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY12-1996
Skills
- 7th Grade Department Head
- MTSS Training
- Kegan Training
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaborative learning
Timeline
Teacher -4th and 5th Grade
River School
08.2023 - Current
Teacher -7th Grade
Fairfield City School District
08.2001 - 05.2023
Master of Science - Education And Curriculum
Ohio Dominican University
Bachelor of Science - K-8 Education
The University of The Cumberlands