Highly organized and effective teacher with years of experience in 4K, kindergarten, 2nd and 3rd grade. Excel in communication, leadership, adaptability and ensuring success for my team, students and parents.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Trainer
Burn Boot Camp
Holmen, WI
01.2023 - Current
Lead high energy boot camp style classes for a variety of ages and ability levels
Meet individually with members to discuss fitness goals, injuries, needed modifications
Communicate through multiple social media and technology platforms
Elementary School Teacher
West Salem School District
West Salem, WI
08.2004 - 06.2022
Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
Promoted an atmosphere of mutual respect between teachers and students.
Created classroom environment that was conducive to learning, including establishing rules and procedures.
Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
Planned special events such as assemblies, holiday celebrations.
Facilitated small group activities to support individualized instruction.
Served as mentor for new teachers in the department.
Organized field trips to supplement classroom instruction.
Collaborated with colleagues in creating interdisciplinary curriculum units.
Created safe, nurturing environment of trust and respect.
Guided students in the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
Handled challenging classroom behaviors with positive and affirming techniques.
Education
Master of Arts - Professional Learning Community
UW-La Crosse
La Crosse, WI
12-2006
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education/Early Childhood Education
UW-La Crosse
La Crosse, WI
05-2003
Skills
Materials Preparation
Online Instruction
Program Management
Lesson Planning
Curriculum Planning
Student Engagement
Timeline
Trainer
Burn Boot Camp
01.2023 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
West Salem School District
08.2004 - 06.2022
Master of Arts - Professional Learning Community
UW-La Crosse
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education/Early Childhood Education