Keri Waclawek
Canton,United States
Summary
Adept at fostering student engagement and classroom management, I significantly enhanced learning environments at Mannion Middle School. Leveraging critical thinking and lesson planning, I established a track record of motivating students and facilitating effective parent-teacher communication. My approach consistently promotes academic growth and positive mentorship.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Mannion Middle School
Henderson, NV
08.2007 - 08.2013
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
- Established high expectations for student behavior and academic performance, consistently holding all students accountable for meeting these standards.
- Organized extracurricular activities to promote student involvement in school events and foster a sense of community among classmates.
Substitute Teacher
Mannion Middle School
Henderson, NV
09.2005 - 10.2007
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
Sales Associate
Home Depot
Henderson, NV
12.2004 - 01.2007
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Education
Education -
University of Nevada - Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV07.2009
Bachelor Of Science - Teacher Education
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI06.2004
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Student Engagement
Timeline
Teacher
Mannion Middle School
08.2007 - 08.2013
Substitute Teacher
Mannion Middle School
09.2005 - 10.2007
Sales Associate
Home Depot
12.2004 - 01.2007
Education -
University of Nevada - Las Vegas
Bachelor Of Science - Teacher Education
Eastern Michigan University