Heather Lewis
Grand Rapids ,MI
Summary
Motivated Social Studies Teacher who is excellent at creating positive educational climates for students. Organized and reliable with expertise in Ancient and US History. Proficient in applying various principles of learning to effectively teach social studies to over 120 students. Develops lesson plans, assigns and grades activities and encourages student participation during classroom experiences.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
7th/8th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Grand Rapids Public Schools
08.2016 - Current
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
- Completed documentation of attendance, grades and other required details.
- Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors.
- Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
- Communicated and collaborated with parents, built positive relationships and fostered student success and achievement together.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to keep parents informed of student progress.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Supported, challenged and encouraged linguistically diverse students and those with Individualized Education Plans and 504's.
- Participated in School Improvement Planning group.
District Social Studies Coach
Grand Rapids Public Schools
08.2012 - 06.2016
- Assisted teachers in applying multiple strategies during professional learning community team meetings.
- Focused on the needs of individual buildings, according to their school improvement plan.
- Facilitation of K-8 planning and work sessions, learning walks, collegial observations, learning labs, and district professional development.
- Provided written and verbal feedback, support, reflections, and conferencing with teachers.
8th Grade US History Teacher
Grand Rapids Public Schools
08.2007 - 06.2012
- Sat in on classes of fellow teaching professionals to learn innovative methods for dispensing information to students.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Assigned daily lesson plans designed to motivate students and allow for creativity.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests, and assignments.
6th Grade Teacher
Grand Rapids Public Schools
08.1996 - 03.2007
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails and Parent Teacher Club.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
Education
Urban Education - Social Studies Teacher Education
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MIElementary Education - Social Studies Teacher Education
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI05.1996
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Instructional Strategies
- Providing Staff Development
- Student Engagement Activities
- Behavior Management Techniques
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Fostering Parent Relationships
- Curriculum Development
- Classroom Management
- Standardized Testing
- Model Positive Behaviors
- Positive Interactions
- Teaching and Instruction
- Field Trip Planning and Preparation
- Multicultural Education
- Activity Planning
Professional Development
- Thinking Maps
- Close and Critical Reading
- Document Based Questioning
- Cognitive Coaching
- Social Emotional Learning
- Empowerment Coaching
- Disciplinary Literacy
- Project Based Learning
- Differentiatiated Instruction
- Leading Professional Learning Commuities
- Inquiry Based Instruction
- Groundswell/ Greenteam
- Positive Behavior Intervention Support
- Gamifying Your Classroom
- Content Area Coaching
Professional References
Mulonge Kalambula
Assistant Principal- Westwood Middle
Grand Rapids Public Schools
6168192960
Kristin Baker
Math Teacher- Grandville Middle School
6166335449
Kayla Acevedo- Hargis
Registrar- Forest Hills Central High
6168028498
Jeanne Trepins
Retired Teacher - Various Grand Rapids Public Schools
6166178046
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
7th/8th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Grand Rapids Public Schools
08.2016 - Current
District Social Studies Coach
Grand Rapids Public Schools
08.2012 - 06.2016
8th Grade US History Teacher
Grand Rapids Public Schools
08.2007 - 06.2012
6th Grade Teacher
Grand Rapids Public Schools
08.1996 - 03.2007
Urban Education - Social Studies Teacher Education
Western Michigan University
Elementary Education - Social Studies Teacher Education
Grand Valley State University