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Heather Runnells

Beavercreek,OH

Summary

Offering compassionate and patient approach, with strong desire to develop and guide young minds. Brings understanding of educational principles and ability to quickly adapt to new teaching methods and classroom technologies. Ready to use and develop skills in lesson planning and student engagement in an elementary classroom setting.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Intern

Substitute Teacher

Yellow Springs Schools
12.2024 - Current
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.

Substitute Teacher

12.2024 - Current
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.

Student Teacher

08.2017 - 12.2024
  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
  • Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
  • Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
  • Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.

Substitute Teacher, K-5

Edgewood City School District
08.2019 - 05.2020
  • Managed daily classroom routines efficiently, promoting a structured environment conducive to learning.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior and consistently enforced consequences in order to maintain an orderly classroom conducive to learning.
  • Enhanced classroom management skills by implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for behavior.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive learning environment that promoted academic growth.
  • Provided individualized support to students struggling academically, tailoring instruction to meet their unique needs.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Western Governors University
12.2024

Associate of Applied Science - Elementary Education

Miami University
01.2021

Skills

  • Differentiated instruction
  • Relationship building
  • Lesson planning
  • Team collaboration
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Classroom management
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Technology integration
  • Classroom organization
  • Organizational skills
  • Growth mindset
  • Collaborative learning

Timeline

Substitute Teacher

Yellow Springs Schools
12.2024 - Current

Substitute Teacher

12.2024 - Current

Substitute Teacher, K-5

Edgewood City School District
08.2019 - 05.2020

Student Teacher

08.2017 - 12.2024

Associate of Applied Science - Elementary Education

Miami University

Intern

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Western Governors University

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