Dedicated elementary teacher seeking a 5th-grade position to apply data-driven instruction and build positive relationships with my students.
Work History
4th Grade Teacher
1 Year
Byron Center Charter School | 08.2025 - Current
Delivered standards aligned 4th-grade curriculum across core subjects, utilizing assessment data to differentiate instruction for diverse learning styles.
Achieved great MAP growth targets through targeted skill reinforcement and data-informed instruction.
Collaborated with school behavior specialists to construct, track, and implement behavior plans.
Built strong home-school partnerships through detailed weekly newsletters.
Student Teacher
5 Months
Robert Nickels Intermediate | 12.2024 - 05.2025
Co-taught and managed daily operations across two upper elementary classrooms under mentor teachers Sharon Deppe and Sheri DeHaan.
Designed and executed engaging whole-group and small-group lessons in math, reading, science, and social studies.
Executed formative and summative assessments to monitor understanding, adjust lessons, and provide constructive feedback.
EduStaff Substitute Teacher
4 Months
Robert Nickels Intermediate | 08.2024 - 12.2024
Maintained instructional continuity and classroom structure by faithfully carrying out teacher lesson plans across upper elementary grade levels.
Implemented proactive classroom management strategies to foster a safe, respectful learning environment.
Special Education Paraprofessional
8 Months
Robert Nickels Intermediate | 09.2023 - 05.2024
Partnered closely with Special Education Teacher to support IEP goals and manage individual student behavioral needs.
Delivered focused 1-on-1 and small-group reading and math support, tracking student progress for team evaluations.
Title I Paraprofessional
3 Years 8 Months
Robert Nickels Intermediate | 01.2020 - 09.2023
Facilitated Tier 2 and Tier 3 reading and math interventions in small groups of 1–4 students.
Collaborated with the Title I team to develop intervention strategies and monitor student progress for Tier 2 and Tier 3 learners.
Education
B.A. - Elementary Education
Western Governors University | Millcreek, UT
Skills
NWEA MAP Data Analysis
Behavior plans
Differentiated Instruction
Classroom Management
Family communication
Special Education Alignment
Certification
Elementary K–5 All Subjects (ZG) State of Michigan | Exp. 06/2030
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