Karen Perini
Harrison,MI
Summary
Accomplished educator with extensive experience at elementary, middle school, and high school levels. Adept at fostering student engagement and enhancing learning through differentiated instruction. Excelled in classroom management and interpersonal communication, significantly improving student outcomes. Demonstrates leadership and collaborative learning skills, ensuring inclusive and supportive educational environments. Highly qualified in a variety of educational disciplines, and collaborated extensively with teachers in all subjects.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Hazel Park High School
09.2007 - 06.2021
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
Teacher
Longfellow Elementary School
09.1997 - 06.2007
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Teacher
Ecorse School No. 3 Middle School
02.1994 - 06.1997
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education; Learning Disabled
Wayne State University
Detroit, Michigan12.1997
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education; Cognitively Impaired
Wayne State University
Detroit, Michigan09.1993
Skills
- Leadership skills
- Interpersonal Communication
- Multitasking abilities
- Excellent parent communication skills
- Excellent skills and connections with students
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Classroom Instruction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Collaborative learning
Timeline
Teacher
Hazel Park High School
09.2007 - 06.2021
Teacher
Longfellow Elementary School
09.1997 - 06.2007
Teacher
Ecorse School No. 3 Middle School
02.1994 - 06.1997
Master of Arts - Special Education; Learning Disabled
Wayne State University
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education; Cognitively Impaired
Wayne State University
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