Karen Leavens
Las Vegas
Summary
Elementary Teacher with 34 years of experience in primary grades. Adept at implementing hands-on curriculum in alignment with diverse learning styles and abilities. Flexible and resourceful with expertise adapting to changing trends and needs. Promotes intellectual, emotional, and social growth of students.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Clark County School District, CCSD
Las Vegas
08.2023 - Current
- Implemented diverse teaching methods to foster student engagement and enhance educational outcomes.
- Fostered a classroom culture that supports diversity and inclusivity.
- Facilitated small group activities to tailor instruction to individual student needs.
- Coordinated with special education staff to enhance learning experiences for students with special needs.
- Participated in professional development workshops to refine teaching skills and methods.
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Clark County School District, CCSD
Las Vegas
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Functioned as substitute teacher, gaining acknowledgment for dependability and enhancing student learning.
- Educated students in various subjects, ensuring smooth transitions and continuity in learning during head teacher's absence.
- Enforced classroom routines, maintaining student engagement and minimizing disruptions to the learning environment.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
Elementary School Teacher
Clark County School District, CCSD
Las Vegas
08.1991 - 05.2022
- Created safe, nurturing environment of trust and respect.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents to enhance student education and engagement.
- Led team in designing and facilitating differentiated learning goals and activities to engage students.
- Translated lesson plans into engaging learning experiences and evaluated student progress to inform instruction.
- As the grade level CC model teacher, actively promoted inclusive and equitable learning environment.
- Collaborated with faculty to identify student needs and address social, cognitive, or behavioral challenges.
- Supervised multiple practicum students from various local education colleges.
- Served on school literacy committee to achieve educational goals and drive curriculum requirements.
- Guided students through rehearsals and performances for school events.
- Attended in-service training and professional development courses.
- 2022 Heart of Education Finalist
- 2021 Heart of Education Nominee
- 2016-2017 Teacher of the Year (Clark County School District Performance Zone 3)
- 2000 Wal-Mart Teacher of the Year
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Nova Southeastern University
Fort Lauderdale01-1996
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Nevada Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV05-1991
Skills
- Common Core Standards
- Differentiated learning
- Student-centered approach
- Positive Behavior Techniques
- Teacher Collaboration
- Creative and Resourceful
- Multitasking and organization
- Communication skills
- Patience and Persistence
- Positive learning environment
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Clark County School District, CCSD
08.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Clark County School District, CCSD
10.2022 - 05.2023
Elementary School Teacher
Clark County School District, CCSD
08.1991 - 05.2022
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Nevada Las Vegas