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Karen Yvonne Goodrich Andrews

Girard,PA

Summary

Compassionate, creative and effective teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration. Passionate educator who motivates students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Girard School District
10.1998 - Current
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
  • Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
  • Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
  • Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.

Education

Masters of Education - Curriculum And Instruction

Gannon University
Erie, PA
05.2004

Secondary Education Certification - Biological Sciences

Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PA
08.1998

Bachelor of Science - Biological Science

University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
05.1997

Skills

  • Learning Modalities
  • Classroom Management Techniques
  • Technology Integration
  • Observations and Assessments
  • Instructional Methods
  • Standardized Testing Techniques

Courses Taught

Academic and Honors Biology

Academic and Honors Environmental Science

Advanced Placement Environmental Science

Advanced Placement Biology

Human Anatomy and Physiology

Healthcare Foundations I and II

Biology II

Chemistry in the Community

General Science

Drafting

CADD and AutoCAD

Additional Information

Cooperative Teacher for Edinboro University of Pennsylvania

Science Department Representative for Teacher Leader Council

APEX Cyber Monitor for Biology and Environmental Science

Extended School Year Cyber Monitor for Science grades 7-12

Keystone Testing Proctor

Homebound Tutor

Envirothon Advisor

Link Crew Advisor

Literacy Grant Committee Member

Yearbook Advisor

Ophelia Project Advisor

GFT Union Secretary

GFT Union Representative

Affiliations

  • Elk Valley Garden Club
  • United Way
  • National Science Foundation (NSF)
  • National Science Teachers Association (NSTA)
  • Because You Care, Inc.

Timeline

Teacher

Girard School District
10.1998 - Current

Masters of Education - Curriculum And Instruction

Gannon University

Secondary Education Certification - Biological Sciences

Edinboro University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Science - Biological Science

University of Pittsburgh
Karen Yvonne Goodrich Andrews