Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Temporary Worker
LSI STAFFING and IMKO STAFFING
Lincoln, NE
06.2023 - 11.2023
Ensured adherence to established policies and procedures related to production processes.
Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding progress of projects and completed tasks.
Assembled components according to detailed instructions using hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment.
Carried out individual work in various capacities to promote business and achieve assigned goals.
Supported business operations with reliable commitment to timely task completion.
Teacher of French
PIUS X HIGH SCHOOL
Lincoln, NE
08.2014 - 05.2018
Taught advanced-level French to approximately 75-100 students per academic year in grades 10-12
Improved student achievement and confidence in reading, writing, and speaking French
Maintained student participation and motivation in the classroom
Worked collaboratively with other teachers through Professional Learning Communities.
Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant
UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA-LINCOLN
Lincoln, NE
08.2011 - 12.2015
Instructor for EDPS 450: Fundamentals of Adolescent Development teaching 70 undergraduate students per semester
Planned weekly lessons and updated curriculum with an emphasis on student interaction and collaboration
Maintained highly positive student feedback and teaching quality scores on semester course evaluations
Developed meaningful relationships with many students, especially those who were pre-service teachers.
Teacher of English and French
EAST HIGH SCHOOL
Lincoln, NE
08.2006 - 05.2011
Taught various courses within the department of English and the department of World Languages
Maximized instructional time through use of routines, transitions, and backwards planning
Maintained a nurturing and safe classroom environment targeted to the needs of diverse students
Received visitors within the classroom (student and practicum teachers) for the purpose of observation.
Teacher of English and French
NEW YORK CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Bronx, NY
08.2002 - 06.2005
Participated in the founding of two Gates Foundation-sponsored “small” New York City Public High Schools
Implemented a unique curriculum targeting literacy skills for low-performing adolescents
Met regularly with fellow teachers to discuss individual students’ progress and strategize about best practices.
Education
M. A. - Educational Psychology
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
01.2018
M.A. - Teaching of English
Columbia University-Teachers College
01.2006
Skills
Well-developed interpersonal and rapport-building skills for maintaining school-based relationships
Experience in implementation of best practices for instructional design, assessment, and delivery
Commitment to continuous professional improvement through ongoing learning and/or training