HELEN THAO
Cottage Grove
Summary
Dynamic EL Teacher with a proven track record at Monona Grove School District, adept at differentiated instruction and fostering an inclusive classroom environment. Skilled in lesson planning and student assessment, I empower students to achieve their academic goals through tailored support and collaboration with colleagues. Committed to enhancing literacy and critical thinking skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EL Teacher
Monona Grove School District
Cottage Grove
06.2023 - Current
- Create lesson plans tailored to different learning styles and student needs, incorporating a variety of teaching methods.
- Work with students individually, in small groups, or in a whole-class setting to address specific learning gaps, or accelerate progress.
- Work with colleagues to support student learning, and provide a cohesive educational experience.
- Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
- Required spoken and written student responses to contexts to increase reading comprehension.
- Encouraged participation from all students while maintaining an inclusive classroom atmosphere.
- Conducted formal and informal assessments to identify each student's level of language proficiency.
- Monitored student progress regularly throughout the year by tracking attendance, grades, test scores.
EL Teacher
Marshall Public Schools
Marshall
09.2020 - Current
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics: Writers Workshop, Guided Reading groups, Literacy Lessons (intervention), Language Workshop, Assisted Interactive Writing (intervention), and Math groups.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh, interesting ways.
- Assessed student progress, and provided feedback to improve performance, and establish academic success.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices, and enhance educator skills.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress and English language learning.
- Participated in department and employee team meetings to discuss student performance and academic achievement.
Math Interventionist
Verona Area School District
Verona
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Provided high-quality instructional intervention in Mathematics that meets the needs of all students.
- Tailored education and development goals to match individual student abilities and needs.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular assignments.
- Adjusted teaching strategies to meet the diverse requirements of individualized support plans.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Utilized manipulatives and tactile materials to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Utilized a variety of instructional strategies to engage students in the learning process, including hands-on activities, cooperative learning groups and technology based projects.
- Observed and assessed student performance, behavior and academic development.
Student Teacher
Madison Metropolitan School District
Madison
02.2019 - 05.2019
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Monitored the classroom for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- I worked with the classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Designed lessons for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics, and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Created and implemented different learning activities to meet the needs of different types of learners.
- Assisted with managing classroom rules, procedures, and expectations to instill discipline and observance of the conduct code.
- Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
Special Education Assistant
Sun Prairie Area School District
Sun Prairie
04.2018 - 06.2018
- Assisted students with special needs, and served as a source of support in classrooms, lunchrooms, and playgrounds.
- Looked after students' physical, social, and emotional welfare.
- Provided guidance and assistance to ensure that all safety procedures were followed during school activities.
- Motivated students using feedback and encouragement.
- Worked in tandem with teacher to develop customized classroom environment conducive to students' needs.
- Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to foster learning.
- Participated in supervision of students during lunch, physical education and after-school extracurricular activities to maintain peaceful and productive environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education (Birth - Grade 3)
UW-Madison
Madison05.2019
Skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Communication Skills
- Differentiated Learning Techniques
- Classroom management
- Individualized instruction
- Organizational skills
- Collaboration skills
- Lesson planning
- Student assessment
- Language instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaboration with colleagues
- Curriculum development
- Inclusivity practices
- Co-teaching
Certification
- Literacy Lessons Teacher, 05/22
- Add+VantageMR course 1 and 2, 12/19
Languages
Hmong
Languages
Hmong
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
EL Teacher
Monona Grove School District
06.2023 - Current
EL Teacher
Marshall Public Schools
09.2020 - Current
Math Interventionist
Verona Area School District
09.2019 - 06.2020
Student Teacher
Madison Metropolitan School District
02.2019 - 05.2019
Special Education Assistant
Sun Prairie Area School District
04.2018 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education (Birth - Grade 3)
UW-Madison
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