Karen Hamilton
Summary
Dynamic educator with robust classroom management skills and a focus on student engagement. Proven ability to foster collaboration and enhance learning experiences through innovative lesson design.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Ritenour School District
St. Louis, MO
08.2020 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Assessed student performance using various evaluation tools to guide instructional strategies.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects enhancing student learning experiences.
Teacher
St. Louis Public Schools
St. Louis, MO
08.2015 - 06.2020
- Mentored new teachers by delivering essential resources and fostering professional development.
- Implemented technology integration into lessons to elevate student engagement and learning experiences.
- Facilitated organization of extracurricular activities to enhance school spirit and foster community engagement.
- Analyzed curriculum effectiveness, recommending improvements based on student feedback and performance data.
Teacher
Normandy School District
St. Louis, MO
08.2014 - 06.2016
- Guided new teachers by providing essential resources and support for professional growth.
- Implemented technology integration into lessons to elevate student engagement and learning experiences.
- Organized and implemented extracurricular activities designed to promote school spirit and encourage active community involvement.
- Cultivated strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues through proactive communication and support initiatives.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN05-1997
Skills
- Effective classroom management
- Effective relationship management
- Analytical reasoning
- Instructional design
Accomplishments
- Dynamic Teaching Techniques - Instructed students in academic subjects using variety of techniques such as phonetics, multisensory learning and repetition to reinforce learning.
- Curriculum Development - Tailored educational curriculum to students with range of learning styles, disabilities, strengths and weaknesses. Developed innovative semester lesson plans and practical application exercises for classroom, reversing scores on Physical Science tests from 65% average to 87% average.
- Student Progress Conferences - Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists and social workers to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development.
Certification
- Licensed [Job Title]
- Biology and General Science Training
- Certified Teacher, Ritenour School District
Languages
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Teacher
Ritenour School District
08.2020 - Current
Teacher
St. Louis Public Schools
08.2015 - 06.2020
Teacher
Normandy School District
08.2014 - 06.2016
Master of Science - Education
Tennessee State University