To obtain a permanent position as an English Language Arts teacher at Warm Spring K-8 Academy. To utilize my strong organizational and communication skills, while working in a fast paced dynamic environment. Highly effective at promoting learning and encouraging well-rounded development through written assignments, oral exercises and testing protocols. Background includes working with 6th grade to 8th grade students on developing their language skills. Excellent recordkeeper, organizer and problem-solver.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute ELA Teacher
Warm Springs K-8 Academy
Warm Springs, OR
11.2021 - Current
Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
Kept classroom organized, clean, and safe for students and visitors.
Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules and language skills.
Educational Assistant
Warm Springs K-8, Jefferson County School District
Warm Springs, OR
02.2016 - Current
Worked one-to-one with an emotionally challenged child advocating for correct medical diagnosis, developing coping strategies with him, and facilitating least restrictive access to whole class and small group learning
Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
Assist teacher with whole class instruction and activities including testing, transitions to lunch and enrichments, and recess and lunch monitoring
Lead small group learning including leveled reading and math instruction
Coordinated services with support staff for ED student, as well as other students in general education class.
Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
Prepared learning materials, helping teachers prepare for daily instruction
Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance
Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments
Front Office Assistant/Secretary
Warm Springs K-8 Academy
Warm Springs, OR
04.2020 - 06.2020
Aided the executive office manager with secretarial duties consisting of answering phones, composing emails, creating documents and spreadsheets
Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
Directed phone inquiries, answered customer questions and scheduled appointments.
I worked consistently with PowerSchool and OneDrive, assisting with student demographic information during COVID crises, ensuring that students were receiving distance learning materials
I have good working knowledge of the current student body and have familiarity with WS K-8 Academy's unique challenges.
Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
Volunteer Classroom Educational Assistant
Peninsula Park, Portland Public Schools
09.2015 - 01.2020
Provided individual instruction of struggling students
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
Education
Associate of Arts - General
Eastern Gateway Community College Present
Steubenville, Ohio
05.2022
High School Diploma -
Hope Christian High School
Beaverton, OR
06.1992
Skills
Organization: Prioritizes efficiently and effectively
Positive Reinforcement Strategies
Enjoys approaching problems from different angles
Teamwork: Team-player able to manage and delegate to others
Communication: Clear, concise and focused
Deadlines: Works well under pressure, maintains calm in a crisis
Positive Learning Environment
Grammatical Skills
Timeline
Substitute ELA Teacher
Warm Springs K-8 Academy
11.2021 - Current
Front Office Assistant/Secretary
Warm Springs K-8 Academy
04.2020 - 06.2020
Educational Assistant
Warm Springs K-8, Jefferson County School District
Patient Care Technician/Inpatient Unit Clerk at Warm Springs Rehabilitation Hospital Med CtrPatient Care Technician/Inpatient Unit Clerk at Warm Springs Rehabilitation Hospital Med Ctr