Linda Gering
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Dynamic and professional educator with extensive experience at Apache Junction Unified School District. Excels in assessment design, data analysis, and fostering educational technology integration. Proven track record of enhancing student learning outcomes and curriculum development through effective training and collaborative strategies. Skilled in organizational management and possesses excellent communication abilities, resulting in significant improvements in assessment processes and educational environments. Collaborated with renowned assessment companies such as Galileo-ATI, Beyond Textbooks, Renaissance Learning, and Illuminate DnA to enhance student success.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
District Assessment Coordinator
Apache Junction Unified School District
08.2002 - 05.2024
- Supported student success by providing comprehensive training on assessment tools and procedures.
- Enhanced assessment processes by implementing efficient data management and analysis techniques.
- Developed tailored intervention plans for students, addressing individual learning needs based on assessment results.
- Stayed up to date on current assessment trends and laws.
- Organized professional development workshops, equipping staff with the necessary skills for effective assessment implementation.
- Analyzed testing data and identified problematic areas.
- Collaborated with educators and administrators for improved curriculum alignment and assessment strategies.
- Monitored testing sites and regulation adherence.
- Maximized accuracy in assessments by conducting thorough quality assurance checks on testing materials and scoring methods.
- Coordinated with administrators about matching assessments with curriculum.
- Evaluated new assessment tools for validity, reliability, accessibility, ensuring alignment with institutional goals before implementation within the curriculum framework.
Teacher, Grade 3 and 4
Apache Junction Unified School District
08.1984 - 05.2002
- 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.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZMaster of Science - Education Administration
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZSkills
- Data Entry
- Scheduling
- Training facilitation
- Educational technology
- Exam Proctoring
- Assessment Design
- Test Administration
- Standardized Testing
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Data Analysis
- Curriculum Planning
- Analytical Skills
Timeline
District Assessment Coordinator
Apache Junction Unified School District
08.2002 - 05.2024
Teacher, Grade 3 and 4
Apache Junction Unified School District
08.1984 - 05.2002
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Northern Arizona University
Master of Science - Education Administration
Northern Arizona University
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