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Heather Vandiver
teacher
Shreveport,LA
Summary
Dynamic upper elementary teacher with a proven track record at Keithville Elementary, skilled in fostering trust-based interactions and enhancing learning through experiential activities. Proficient in integrating technology to engage diverse learners, while maintaining positive communication with parents and colleagues. Committed to nurturing student growth and academic success through innovative lesson planning and classroom management.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Diocese of Shreveport, St. Joseph Catholic School
08.2024 - 07.2025
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Mentored students on individual basis to help develop math skills.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning at all 3 schools at which I taught. As technology is ever-evolving, this meant frequently updating my skill set.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities while a teacher at all 3 schools.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Upper Elementary Teacher
Princeton Elementary School
08.2023 - 07.2024
- 2023-2024 4th grade science/social studies
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning. Students learn best in a safe environment, and my class was always that.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results in all 3 schools at which I taught.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
Upper Elementary Teacher
Keithville Elementary/Middle School
03.2013 - 07.2023
- 2022-2023 4th grade ELA/reading/social studies
- 2021-2022 1st 9 weeks: mild/moderate special education self contained, then 3 nine weeks of 4th grade science/social studies
- 2020-2021, 2019-2020, 2018-2019, 2017-2018, 2016-2017 4th grade science/social studies
- 2015-2016 5th grade science/social studies
- 2014-2015 4th grade science/social studies
- 2013 winter/spring semester 4th & 5th grade mild/moderate special education self-contained
- Named Keithville Elementary Teacher of the Year 2019
Spirit Squad Co-Coach
Keithville Elementary/Middle School
06.2016 - 03.2018
- Assisted the Spirit Squad Coach with the supervision of our team members and the kindergartners for summer camp in June/July at Keithville
- Assisted with uniform fittings, various meetings throughout the 2 years I held the position, attended with the coach &/or led the Spirit Squad team at home football games and basketball games
- Accompanied the team to the Mansfield Mardi Gras parade in 2017 & 2018
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Keithville Elementary/Middle School
08.2012 - 03.2013
- 2012 fall semester 4th & 5th grade mild/moderate special education self-contained
Substitute Teacher
Keithville Elementary/Middle School & Shreve Island Elementary
08.2012 - 10.2012
- several days at Keithville, both in the elementary classrooms and in middle school classes
- several days at Shreve Island in the severe/profound classroom as a paraprofessional
Education
Dual Degree Master of Education - Mild/Moderate Grades 1-5/ Regular Education Grades 1-5
Louisiana Tech University
Ruston, Louisiana05-2017
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Louisiana State University
Shreveport12-2002
Skills
- Developing trust-based interactions with peers and students
- Maintaining frequent, positive communication with all stakeholders in my classroom
- Skilled in enhancing learning through experiential activities
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Creative Cloud, and Google Workspace
- proficient in OnCourse, Classlink, JCampus, FACTS, Atlas, Moodle, Canvas, Kami, Zoom, IXL, Illuminate, iSteep, Accelerated Reader, Nearpod, PhD Science, KickUp, Flocabulary, Lexia, Reflex, Frax, & Quill
- Data-driven decision making
- Creative, multi-modal learning means often using peer tutoring to reinforce learning
- Good with classroom management
- Love using my passion for learning to spark children's desire to absorb all they can from school, books, from talking to people, from travel, and from observation of their environment
Certification
- Level 3, Elementary Grades 1-5 Certification & Mild/Moderate: Elementary Certification Valid 2017-2023, and 2023-2028
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with various teams of administrators and fellow teachers to educate more than 900 children since 2012
- Used various pieces of technology, LMS, applications, and websites to enhance learning, measure growth, and facilitate lessons.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeWork Location
RemoteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursWork from home optionHealthcare benefitsSoftware
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
Family
Reading
Photography
Travel
History
Timeline
5th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Diocese of Shreveport, St. Joseph Catholic School
08.2024 - 07.2025
Upper Elementary Teacher
Princeton Elementary School
08.2023 - 07.2024
Spirit Squad Co-Coach
Keithville Elementary/Middle School
06.2016 - 03.2018
Upper Elementary Teacher
Keithville Elementary/Middle School
03.2013 - 07.2023
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Keithville Elementary/Middle School
08.2012 - 03.2013
Substitute Teacher
Keithville Elementary/Middle School & Shreve Island Elementary
08.2012 - 10.2012
Dual Degree Master of Education - Mild/Moderate Grades 1-5/ Regular Education Grades 1-5
Louisiana Tech University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Louisiana State University
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