Karen Staley
Midland,MI
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering a wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observations. By making connections with students, a warm and safe environment is created for them to reach their own personal best. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Midland Public Schools
08.1994 - Current
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
Pilates Instructor
Manual Therapeutics
01.2003 - 12.2006
- Worked in a team-based environment to provide clients with optimal fitness services.
- Promoted additional classes and available services to members.
- Tracked member attendance and participation for recordkeeping purposes.
- Kept facilities and equipment clean and organized.
- Assisted individuals in setting achievable fitness goals, and monitoring progress for success.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MICertification - Pilates: Mat And Reformer
Stott Pilates
Equilibrium Studio01.2004
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Classroom Instruction
- Small Group Instruction
- Group Instruction
- Cooperative Learning Experience
Timeline
Pilates Instructor
Manual Therapeutics
01.2003 - 12.2006
Teacher
Midland Public Schools
08.1994 - Current
Master of Arts - Education
Central Michigan University
Certification - Pilates: Mat And Reformer
Stott Pilates
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