Karen Welch
Levering,MI
Summary
Education professional with 36 years of experience at Pellston Schools. Recipient of the Opie Award for Excellence, demonstrating a commitment to student success and community service. Successfully led literacy initiatives, secured essential STEM grants, and organized large-scale community events to enhance home-school connections.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Pellston Public Schools
Pellston, Michigan
09.1990 - Current
- Developed and delivered lesson plans aligned with Michigan objectives and school curriculum.
- Monitored individual student progress, adjusting teaching strategies to enhance learning outcomes.
- Collaborated closely with team partners and colleagues to provide comprehensive support for students.
- Established and enforced classroom rules in accordance with school discipline policies.
- Maintained open communication with parents through various channels to support student development.
- Orchestrated diverse school events to strengthen community partnerships and engagement.
- Boosted literacy outcomes by providing equitable access to reading materials for all students.
- Secured technology and literacy funding through grant writing.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI08-1995
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND05-1990
Skills
- Classroom management skills
- Relationship building with students
- Differentiated instruction strategies
- Instructional planning and alignment
- Home-school communication
- Team collaboration
Notables
- Proven success as a high performing member of a multi disciplinary team
- Exceptional organization, time-management, and multi-tasking abilities
- Strong communication skills and a commitment to continuous improvement
Timeline
Teacher
Pellston Public Schools
09.1990 - Current
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of North Dakota