James Gustafson
Palm Coast,FL
Summary
Dynamic educator from Eden Prairie Schools, adept in Classroom Management and fostering student engagement. Excelled in creating supportive learning environments and implementing instructional best practices, significantly enriching students' educational experiences. Proven track record in curriculum development and positive mentorship, demonstrating a commitment to excellence in education. Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Eden Prairie Schools
1996.09 - 2024.08
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
Golf Course Maintenance
Ramsey County
1993.05 - 1996.09
- Enhanced golf course maintenance by implementing efficient mowing and irrigation techniques.
- Enhanced course conditions through effective turf management and maintenance practices, ensuring an exceptional golf experience.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Hamline University
Saint Paul, MN08.2005
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL05.1996
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Student Engagement
- Behavior Management
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Differentiated Instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
- Social-Emotional Learning training
- Instructional Best Practices
Timeline
Teacher
Eden Prairie Schools
1996.09 - 2024.08
Golf Course Maintenance
Ramsey County
1993.05 - 1996.09
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Hamline University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Western Illinois University
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