Kathleen Smith

• Supported the implementation of Response to Intervention initiatives within the school district.
• Facilitated small group activities that encouraged collaboration among peers.
• Promoted a safe learning environment by monitoring student behaviors in classrooms and hallways.
• Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to teach English Language Arts to middle school students.
• Assisted with special projects such as writing competitions or book clubs.
• Provided individualized instruction for students who required extra help in the subject area.
• Collaborated with colleagues to develop new instructional strategies for teaching ELA topics.
• Utilized online resources such as Google Classroom or Schoology for blended learning opportunities.
• Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and set goals for future development.
• Assessed student progress through formative assessments such as quizzes, tests, and discussions.
• Maintained records of student grades, attendance, behavior reports, and other relevant information.
• Encouraged critical thinking skills by having students analyze text, write essays, and participate in class debates.
• Participated in curriculum mapping sessions with other teachers to ensure alignment across grade levels.
• Monitored student portfolios throughout the year to assess growth over time.
• Created a positive learning environment by using various approaches such as cooperative learning, inquiry-based instruction, and technology-based instruction.
• Integrated current technologies into classroom lessons to engage all learners.
• Implemented differentiated instruction strategies based on individual student needs.
• Checked student academic progress by completing verbal exercises, grading assignments, and using mandated examinations.
• Promoted student growth by encouraging independent thinking, judgment and thought expression.
• Assisted students with building long-term skills such for academic, social, and emotional development.
• Helped develop strong verbal and written communication skills by leading students through listening, speaking, reading and writing activities.
• Educated students on spelling, grammar and language rules through developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Determined lesson objectives and clearly communicated to students.
• Met with parents to share perspectives on child's strengths and weaknesses.
• Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
• Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
• Attended variety of professional development workshops centered on learning goals, classroom management, student motivation and engaging learning activities.
• Compiled, administered and graded examinations and other assigned work.
• Used positive reinforcement method to redirect poor behavior.
• Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
• Adhered to district standards for reporting on academic progress, student attendance and assessment data.
• Employed assessment tools and strategies to improve instruction methods.
• Assessed student classroom performance to report on progress.
• Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education.
• Devised lesson plans aligned with curriculum and met varying student needs.
• Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
• Evaluated students' academic performance, social development and behavior.
• Boosted student learning by facilitating in-depth classroom discussions to expand upon lectures.
• Differentiated instruction for students with wide range of skill and interest levels.

Attended training sessions on new technologies used in proctoring activities as well as refresher courses annually

on existing sessions.

Provided a secure and quiet environment for the students testing.

Monitored students behavior throughout the testing window while enforcing testing protocols.

• Attended training sessions on new technologies used in proctoring activities as well as refresher courses on existing ones.
• Monitored student behavior throughout exam sessions while enforcing testing protocols.