Kara Roth
Cheyenne,WY
Summary
Upbeat Elementary K-6 substitute teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade Teacher
Poudre School District
08.1997 - 05.2022
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Cultivated critical thinking skills among students by challenging them with complex problem-solving tasks and thought-provoking discussions.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, modifying instruction as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Encouraged parental involvement in student learning through regular communication and parent-teacher conferences.
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices in teaching students.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for effective instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Organized extracurricular activities to enhance overall school experience for students, such as clubs or field trips related to course topics.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
6th Grade Teacher
Sidney Public Schools
08.1986 - 05.1997
- Differentiated instruction for diverse learners, ensuring all students had access to appropriate materials and resources.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance on classroom management techniques.
- Led parent-teacher conferences effectively, discussing student performance openly while maintaining sensitivity towards individual family situations.
- Built strong relationships with students, parents, and staff to foster a supportive school community.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development, integrating cross-curricular concepts into lesson plans for a more comprehensive learning experience.
- Organized field trips and guest speakers to supplement classroom instruction and expose students to real-world applications of course content.
- Taught in a departmentalization situation. I taught Science.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WYMaster of Arts - Educational Technology
Lesley University
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Collaborative learning
- Science Instruction
- Teaching Mathematics
- Growth Mindset
- Differentiated Instruction
- Assessment Strategies
- Classroom Management
- Team Collaboration
- Lesson Planning
- Technology Integration
Timeline
5th Grade Teacher
Poudre School District
08.1997 - 05.2022
6th Grade Teacher
Sidney Public Schools
08.1986 - 05.1997
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Wyoming
Master of Arts - Educational Technology
Lesley University
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