Enthusiastic professional committed to fostering students' academic, social and emotional growth. Experienced teaching several grades with differentiated instruction. Exceptional communication skills with parents, administrators and other educators.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
3rd Grade Math and Science Teacherr
Goose Creek CISD
Baytown, TX
08.2015 - 06.2016
Created a classroom environment that encourages curiosity and critical thinking.
Integrated technology into lesson plans to engage students in the material being taught.
Utilized hands-on techniques to demonstrate the application of scientific concepts and mathematical theories
4th Grade Teacher
Wattsburg Area School District
Wattsburg, PA
08.2009 - 06.2012
Implemented differentiated instruction methods based on individual student needs.
Collaborated with special education and gifted teachers to modify curriculum content and instruction methods as needed for special needs students.
Trained in and applied Responsive Classroom practices.
Acquired expertise in Response to Instruction and Intervention through comprehensive training
1st Grade Teacher
Wattsburg Area School District
Wattsburg, PA
08.2006 - 06.2008
Analyzed diverse data sources like running records, classroom observations, anecdotal notes, DRA assessments,and test scores to make informed instructional decisions.
Implemented the strategies and methodologies taught by Ohio State University for effective Guided Reading.
Devised comprehensive lesson plans covering all subjects for a multi-ability first grade classroom.
Distance Learning Coordinator
Northwest Tri-County IU5
Edinboro, PA
10.2001 - 02.2003
Contributed significantly to the development and implementation of the Northwest Tri-County Intermediate Unit Cyber Services program.
Collaborated with 17 area school districts to facilitate the organization of online classes and videoconference options for educators and students.
Conducted technology-focused staff development courses for educators in the area.
4th Grade Teacher
Orchard Park Central School District
Orchard Park, NY
08.2000 - 06.2001
Collaborated with a Special Education teacher to provide cooperative instruction for seventeen gifted and thirteen special needs students, encompassing all subjects.
Cooperated with colleagues in the development of tailor-made lesson plans designed to meet the specific learning needs of students.
Coached Destination Imagination team that achieved 1st place finishes in local and state tournaments, as well as a 3rd place finish in the 2001 world competition.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PA
12-1998
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PA
06-1997
Skills
Differentiated Instruction
Formative Assessment
Group and individual instruction
Lesson Planning
Parent and student communication
Program and Classroom Management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
3rd Grade Math and Science Teacherr
Goose Creek CISD
08.2015 - 06.2016
4th Grade Teacher
Wattsburg Area School District
08.2009 - 06.2012
1st Grade Teacher
Wattsburg Area School District
08.2006 - 06.2008
Distance Learning Coordinator
Northwest Tri-County IU5
10.2001 - 02.2003
4th Grade Teacher
Orchard Park Central School District
08.2000 - 06.2001
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
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