Karen Packard
CARY,NC
Summary
Dynamic Second Grade Teacher with proven success at Chatham County Schools, adept at curriculum implementation and fostering interpersonal relationships. Expert in differentiated instruction, enhancing student engagement through creative lesson plans. Committed to building strong parent-teacher communication, resulting in increased family involvement and improved student outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Second Grade Teacher
Chatham County Schools, Pittsboro Elementary Schoo
08.2022 - Current
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Incorporated hands-on activities and interactive games into lessons, stimulating student interest and engagement in course materials.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of growth for students, implementing targeted interventions to close achievement gaps.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through consistent communication, leading to increased parental involvement in their child''s education.
Second Grade Teacher
Nash County Schools, NEDA (Online Academy)
08.2021 - 08.2022
- The following tasks and skills were accomplished virtually and some in-person interaction.
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Second Grade Teacher
Nash County Schools, Coopers Elementary
11.2019 - 06.2021
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Managed classroom effectively using positive discipline techniques and behavior management plans tailored to individual student needs.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of growth for students, implementing targeted interventions to close achievement gaps.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative assessments, providing timely feedback for improved academic performance.
Second and Third Grade Teacher
Wake County Public Schools, Zebulon Elementary
08.2016 - 10.2019
- Served as a mentor to new teachers within the school community, sharing resources and offering guidance on effective teaching strategies.
- Improved student reading skills by incorporating engaging literature and various instructional strategies.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Developed positive classroom culture through clear expectations, consistent routines, and strong communication with students.
- Established positive relationships with parents through open communication channels, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate interdisciplinary lesson plans covering multiple content areas.
- Implemented differentiated instruction for diverse learners by adapting lessons based on each students'' strengths and weaknesses.
- Participated in ongoing professional development to stay current on best practices in elementary education.
Kindergarten Teacher, CCR Teacher
Wake County Public Schools, Lake Myra Elementary
08.2014 - 06.2016
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
CCR Special Education Teacher
Johnston County Schools, West Smithfield
08.2011 - 08.2014
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - English/Elementary Education
Western Connecticut State University
Danbury, CTSkills
- Curriculum implementation
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving skills
- Lesson plan development
- Parent-teacher communication
- Classroom management
- Interpersonal relationships
- Lesson planning
Timeline
Second Grade Teacher
Chatham County Schools, Pittsboro Elementary Schoo
08.2022 - Current
Second Grade Teacher
Nash County Schools, NEDA (Online Academy)
08.2021 - 08.2022
Second Grade Teacher
Nash County Schools, Coopers Elementary
11.2019 - 06.2021
Second and Third Grade Teacher
Wake County Public Schools, Zebulon Elementary
08.2016 - 10.2019
Kindergarten Teacher, CCR Teacher
Wake County Public Schools, Lake Myra Elementary
08.2014 - 06.2016
CCR Special Education Teacher
Johnston County Schools, West Smithfield
08.2011 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Science - English/Elementary Education
Western Connecticut State University
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