Kara Riley
Chandler,AZ
Summary
Educational professional with comprehensive understanding of childhood developmental stages and history of creating supportive classroom atmospheres. Known for developing innovative teaching methods that engage young learners and encourage academic growth. Proven team player with focus on collaboration and adaptability to meet evolving needs of students and school community.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
1st Grade Teacher
Kyrene De La Estrella
07.2020 - Current
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
- Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and social-emotional development.
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that connected subjects such as math, science, and social studies.
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills through inquiry-based learning activities and group projects.
- Implemented positive behavior support strategies, promoting a respectful and inclusive classroom culture.
- Enhanced classroom management techniques, resulting in a more focused and productive learning environment.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational best practices.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
2nd Grade Teacher
Cerritos Elementary School
12.2019 - 05.2020
Resident Student Teacher
Kyrene School District
08.2019 - 12.2019
Substitute Preschool Teacher
Eagle Crest Childcare
10.2017 - 05.2019
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ12-2019
Skills
- Creative
- Skilled Listener
- Dependable
- Empathic Communication
- Classroom management
- Phonics instruction
- Relationship building
- Team collaboration
- Parent-teacher communication
- Problem-solving skills
- Technology integration
- Growth mindset
- Field trip organization
- Behavior modeling
- Differentiated instruction
- Multitasking and organization
- Group and individual instruction
- Project-based learning
- Positive reinforcement
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Distance learning
Relative Experience
- 2nd Grade Teacher, Cerritos Elementary School, 12/01/19, 05/01/20
- Teachers Assistant, Junior of high school, 08/01/14, 05/01/15
- Lessons Coach, Kinsley Elementary, 09/01/16, 12/01/16
- Student Counselor, Kyrene Middle School - Humanities Camp, 10/01/13
- 11 years of Childcare sitting services provided to 10-15 different families when needed.
- 4 years of extensive Nanny services for multiple families, with multiple children, ranging from 2-14 years of age.
Education Certifications
Northern Arizona University, Bachelors in Elementary Education, AEPA Certified, 12/01/19
Timeline
1st Grade Teacher
Kyrene De La Estrella
07.2020 - Current
2nd Grade Teacher
Cerritos Elementary School
12.2019 - 05.2020
Resident Student Teacher
Kyrene School District
08.2019 - 12.2019
Substitute Preschool Teacher
Eagle Crest Childcare
10.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Northern Arizona University
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