Energetic teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Bondurant-Farrar School District
08.2008 - Current
Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
Developed and implemented discipline strategies to maintain classroom order.
Incorporated technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
Director of Childcare/Preschool Director
Kids Academy Of Bondurant
08.2005 - 07.2007
Supervised childcare workers and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training.
Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
Modernized instructional plans and educational approaches to enhance student learning.
Implemented school policies, procedures, and systems to promote safe and healthy environment in compliance with state standards.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Upper Iowa University
Fayette, IA
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Indian Hills Community College
Ottumwa, IA
Skills
Parent Relations
Exercise Strategies
Remote Assistance
Group Assistance
Performance Measurement
Differentiated Instruction
Instruction Methodologies
Problem-Solving Skills
Organizational Skills
Team Collaboration
Instructional Strategies
Academic Instruction
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Bondurant-Farrar School District
08.2008 - Current
Director of Childcare/Preschool Director
Kids Academy Of Bondurant
08.2005 - 07.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Upper Iowa University
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Indian Hills Community College
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