Heather Smith
Teacher, Manager
Evansville,IN
Work Preference
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Evansville Vanderburgh School, skilled in differentiated instruction and fostering teamwork. Passionate about motivating students and enhancing learning experiences through data-driven strategies. Committed to building strong relationships with parents and colleagues, ensuring a supportive and engaging classroom environment.
Experienced with inventory management, customer service, and team leadership. Utilizes effective sales strategies to drive revenue growth and enhance customer loyalty. Strong understanding of operational efficiency and staff development.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Reading Instructionalists
Evansville Vanderburgh School
08.2023 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked with small groups of students in Kindergarten to Grade 3..
- Put lessons together to aid in strengthening reading skills.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Kindergarten Teacher
Evansville Vanderburgh School
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that promoted social, emotional, and academic growth.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to enhance student learning experiences and support development.
- Assessed student progress regularly, adjusting teaching strategies to meet individual needs effectively.
- Organized and facilitated educational activities that encouraged creativity and critical thinking skills.
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Utilized assessment data to modify instruction and target areas of weakness for individual students.
Lead Teacher
CAPE Head Start
09.2016 - 05.2019
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum to enhance children's learning experiences.
- Led classroom management strategies to foster a positive and inclusive environment.
- Collaborated with families to support children's educational goals and emotional well-being.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Gibson County Schools
08.2013 - 05.2016
- Implemented engaging lesson plans to meet diverse learning needs of K-5 students.
- Managed classroom behavior, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Collaborated with permanent teachers to ensure continuity in curriculum delivery.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback to support academic growth.
Paraprofessional
East Gibson School
08.2008 - 05.2013
- Supported classroom activities to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for diverse learners.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Monitored student progress and behavior, providing feedback to educators for intervention strategies.
Office Manager
Pike Gibson Water
04.2007 - 08.2008
- Managed office operations, ensuring efficient workflow and communication across departments.
- Implemented organizational systems to enhance document management and retrieval processes.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Resolved office disputes swiftly and equitably, maintaining harmonious workplace.
- Received and recorded customer payments and made daily deposits.
Bookstore Director
Oakland City University
08.2001 - 09.2006
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring efficient inventory management and customer service excellence.
- Implemented strategic marketing initiatives to increase store visibility and drive sales growth.
- Collaborated with faculty to organize literary events, fostering community engagement through author signings and readings.
- Streamlined inventory control systems, reducing excess stock and improving turnover rates.
- Handled difficult customer situations with tact and diplomacy to protect the store''s reputation while finding satisfactory solutions for all parties involved.
- Optimized store layout for ease of navigation, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and higher sales per visit.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education 4-6
Ball State University
Muncie, IN12-2012
Master of Science - Management
Oakland City University
Oakland City, IN08-2004
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood And Kindergarten Primary Education
Ball State University
Muncie, IN12-1999
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving
- Decision-making
- Customer service
- Documentation and reporting
- Relationship building
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Parent-teacher communication
- Differentiated instruction
- Small group instruction
- Data-driven instruction
Accomplishments
- Oversaw the school's volleyball program. For three out of my four years, we were able to have a sixth grade team along with seventh and eighth grades. The program grew each year.
Certification
Indiana Licensure for Early Childhood, Kindergarten/Primary and Elementary/Intermediate. Expiration 7/27/2033
Work Availability
monday
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Timeline
Reading Instructionalists
Evansville Vanderburgh School
08.2023 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Evansville Vanderburgh School
08.2019 - 05.2023
Lead Teacher
CAPE Head Start
09.2016 - 05.2019
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Gibson County Schools
08.2013 - 05.2016
Paraprofessional
East Gibson School
08.2008 - 05.2013
Office Manager
Pike Gibson Water
04.2007 - 08.2008
Bookstore Director
Oakland City University
08.2001 - 09.2006
Bachelor of Science - Education 4-6
Ball State University
Master of Science - Management
Oakland City University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood And Kindergarten Primary Education
Ball State University