JOAN ANDERSON
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Dynamic educator with proven expertise in classroom management, technology proficiency, and subject matter from TUSD School District. Excelled in adapting teaching methods, achieving over 200 student graduations during shutdowns. Demonstrates exceptional organizational skills and a commitment to professional development, fostering resilience and self-efficacy in students. Hardworking Substitute Teacher with skills to step into any classroom environment and support student needs with excellent discussion management, lecturing and mentoring abilities. Knowledgeable about special intervention plans, recordkeeping requirements and strategies for maintaining classroom discipline. Grades papers and homework and records grades for lead teacher.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher Grades K-12
TUSD School District
Tucson, USA
08.2024 - Current
- Follow Lesson Plans
- One-on-one small group instruction
- Aid students in building reading comprehension, writing techniques, math facts and test-taking strategies
- Classroom Management
- Maintain a positive, structured and orderly classroom environment
- Take attendance
- Adapt to unexpected situations
- Skills Development
- Build specific academic skills in reading comprehension, sight words, math
- Adaptability: Ability to quickly adjust to new environments and situations
- Classroom Management: Keeping order and ensuring a productive learning environment; manages disruptions and enforcing rules
- Problem-Solving: Thinks on my feet, manages unexpected situations effectively
- Professionalism: Professional demeanor and a positive role model for students
- Knowledge of Subject Matter
RTI / APEX Credit Recovery Teacher
Teenage Parent High School
Tucson, USA
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Company Overview: The Teenage Parent Program is a State mandated program designed to meet the needs of expectant youth and teenage parents by providing an opportunity for pregnant or parenting teens to receive childcare services while providing an academic course of study that advances each student’s progress towards earning a high school diploma
- Class sizes are small
- Developed individualized learning plans for students requiring APEX credit recovery, working closely with academic counselors and administrators to monitor students' credit recovery progress
- Monitored student progress weekly
- Tutored in academic areas of need
- Collaborated with other educators in PLC and MTSS groups
- Graduated 50 students from Apex Credit Recovery
- The Teenage Parent Program is a State mandated program designed to meet the needs of expectant youth and teenage parents by providing an opportunity for pregnant or parenting teens to receive childcare services while providing an academic course of study that advances each student’s progress towards earning a high school diploma
- Class sizes are small
APEX Credit Recovery Teacher
Tucson Magnet High School
Tucson, USA
02.2020 - 01.2022
- Effectively managed the online learning environment of over 200 students into graduation during the shutdown; worked tireless off-hours with REMIND APP to assist in over 350 students’ credit recovery; evaluated, monitored student progress and performance; conducted a Study Skills class, ‘Steps for Success’ pilot program for freshmen; worked collaboratively with a team to assess student progress and best practices for students; demonstrated a commitment to continuous learning; advocated and taught student self-efficacy, resiliency and perseverance
- Led proctoring efforts on in-person credit recovery assessments, ensuring all exams were administered in compliance with institutional testing standards
- Trained students on test-taking strategies, providing clear instructions and guidance before and during exams to help them perform at their best
- Tracked and reported student performance, ensuring that results were shared with the proper school officials for prompt intervention when needed
ISI/Freshman AVID Teacher/Pre-Avid/College & Career CTE Teacher
Cholla High School
Tucson, USA
08.2015 - 05.2019
- ISI Teacher: 8/2015-5/2016
- Practiced PBIS Restorative Practices, CASEL standards; assisted students in retrieving missing assignments; Organized students’ assignments and paperwork with an AVID Binder; Taught ‘Seven Habits of Highly Effective Teens’ in Pre-AVID; Attended numerous AVID trainings in Gilbert, AZ, Orlando, FL and in Tucson, AZ
- Managed classes of 230 students daily for Pre-AVID/AVID classes; Created/developed curriculum for pilot program ‘College & Career Investigations’ CTE class
- Supervised large-scale standardized testing, ensuring a secure environment free from cheating and distractions
- Led the preparation and organization of test materials, verified student identities, followed all testing protocols, such as verifying seating arrangements and monitoring students throughout the exam process
- Edgenuity Credit Recovery Teacher/Tutor before and after school for Century-21
- Data analysis on student performance
- Created engaging, multi-modality lesson plans
- Conducted regular parental and student communications
- Attended regular professional development in curriculum technology
Education
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education, English
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2012
Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Cultural Competence
- Commitment to Professional Development
- Patience and Empathy
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Subject Matter Expertise
- Technology Proficiency
- Organization and Time Management
- Motivational Skills
- Collaboration
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Test Proctoring & Exam Administration
- Attention to Detail & Organizational Skills
- Communication & Problem-Solving
- Classroom Management & Student Support
- Familiarity with Digital Testing and Tech Tools
Hobbies and Interests
- Piano
- Hiking
- Reading
- Scuba-diving
- My children and grandchild
Degree
B.S. Sec Ed English
Timeline
Substitute Teacher Grades K-12
TUSD School District
08.2024 - Current
RTI / APEX Credit Recovery Teacher
Teenage Parent High School
08.2022 - 05.2024
APEX Credit Recovery Teacher
Tucson Magnet High School
02.2020 - 01.2022
ISI/Freshman AVID Teacher/Pre-Avid/College & Career CTE Teacher
Cholla High School
08.2015 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education, English
Grand Canyon University
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