Keri Gruber
Sunrise Beach,MO
Summary
Accomplished educator with a proven track record at USD 233 Olathe School District, adept in curriculum development and student engagement. Leveraged smartboard technology and verbal communication to enhance learning outcomes. Excelled in fostering academic growth and implementing innovative social studies programs, significantly boosting student achievement.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade ELA and Social Studies Teacher
Camdenton R-III School District
08.2022 - Current
- Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to keep parents informed of student progress.
- Completed documentation of attendance, grades, and other required details.
- Implemented prepared lesson plans in established classrooms.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
- Discussed important historical figures, dates and events which helped shape modern world.
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
USD 233 Olathe School District
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Met staff development guidelines set forth by school administration.
- Traveled within and outside school to meetings.
- Worked in fast-paced environment with priorities and plans that changed rapidly.
- Used personal or school vehicles to drive to off-site locations.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
5th Grade Teacher
USD 233 Olathe School District
08.1998 - 05.2020
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
Education
No Degree - History
Kansas University
Lawrence, KSMaster of Science - Education
Mid America Nazarene University
Olathe, KS05-2015
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Emporia State University
Emporia, KS05-1984
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Elementary education
- Social studies
- Smartboard technology
- Group instruction
- Faculty collaboration
- Classroom management
- Curriculum development
- Student engagement
- Discipline
- Progress monitoring
- Policy implementation
- Lesson plan implementation
- Social studies teaching
- Academic record keeping
Timeline
5th Grade ELA and Social Studies Teacher
Camdenton R-III School District
08.2022 - Current
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
USD 233 Olathe School District
08.2020 - 05.2022
5th Grade Teacher
USD 233 Olathe School District
08.1998 - 05.2020
No Degree - History
Kansas University
Master of Science - Education
Mid America Nazarene University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Emporia State University
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