Linda Pfeiffer
Grafton,WI
Summary
Dedicated Kindergarten Teacher with demonstrated ability to motivate and engage students in learning. Manages a caring and safe classroom, and focuses on developing positive relationships with students and parents. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Has a willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Most importantly, shares her love for her Lord and Savior through her everyday actions and teaching.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
First Immanuel Lutheran Ministries
08.2007 - Current
- Increased parent involvement through daily and weekly communication, parent-teacher conferences, and Kindergarten Round-Up.
- Advanced learning techniques by using differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate student needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Made learning meaningful and enjoyable for students.
- Incorporated and emphasized play-based learning to improve social skills, to encourage problem solving, and to introduce collaboration.
3rd Grade Teacher
First Immanuel Lutheran Ministries
08.1995 - 06.1999
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
- 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.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, fostering open communication and collaborative partnerships for student success.
2nd Grade Teacher
Trinity Lutheran Church And School
08.1993 - 06.1995
- Led after-school tutoring sessions to provide additional support for struggling students, improving overall achievement levels.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Incorporated real-world examples into lessons, making content more relevant and relatable for students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Concordia University Chicago
River Forest, IL08.1993
Skills
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Teaching Method Adaptations
- Relationship Building
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Play-Based Learning
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Creative Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Behavior Management
Additional Information
Committees I have served on:
- Grandparents' Day Committee Chair
- National Lutheran Schools' Week
- Christmas Program Committee
- Math Curriculum Committee
- National Accreditation Committee
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
First Immanuel Lutheran Ministries
08.2007 - Current
3rd Grade Teacher
First Immanuel Lutheran Ministries
08.1995 - 06.1999
2nd Grade Teacher
Trinity Lutheran Church And School
08.1993 - 06.1995
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Concordia University Chicago
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