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Linda Schmidt

Linda Schmidt

Educator
Kent,WA

Summary

Enthusiastic and creative individual with solid understanding of student development and learning styles. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills and connects with students from diverse backgrounds. Experienced developing engaging lesson plans and assessments to measure student progress.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Educator

Kent School District
Kent, WA
09.2008 - Current

Schools in Transition: Kent Phoenix Academy (9-12) and Kent Mountain View (3-12) transition to Kent Laboratory (3-12).

  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.

High School Mathematics Educator

Clover Park School District
Lakewood, WA
09.2000 - 08.2008
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.

Elementary School Teacher

Emmaus Christian School
Cornelius, OR
08.1998 - 07.2000
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.

Sixth Grade School Teacher

Clover Park School District
Lakewood, WA
09.1993 - 08.1996
  • Leveraged diverse learning strategies to prepare students for higher-level education requirements.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.

Conversational English Teacher

People's Republic Of China
Tianjin & Harbin, Provinces In The PRC
08.1989 - 07.1993
  • Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
  • Coached students on English pronunciation and intonation for eloquent conversation.
  • Modified curriculum plans with colleagues to meet changing student needs.

Elementary School Volunteer

Rochester School District
Rochester, WA
08.1984 - 09.1990
  • Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
  • Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
  • Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics Education

Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA
06.1982 - 08.1984

Undergraduate Work - General Studies & Edcation

Seattle Pacific University
Seattle, WA
09.1979 - 06.1981

Skills

    Understanding By Design

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Quote

The test of a good teacher is not how many questions he can ask his pupils that they will answer readily, but how many questions he inspires them to ask that he finds it hard to answer.
Alice Wellington Rollins

Timeline

Educator

Kent School District
09.2008 - Current

High School Mathematics Educator

Clover Park School District
09.2000 - 08.2008

Elementary School Teacher

Emmaus Christian School
08.1998 - 07.2000

Sixth Grade School Teacher

Clover Park School District
09.1993 - 08.1996

Conversational English Teacher

People's Republic Of China
08.1989 - 07.1993

Elementary School Volunteer

Rochester School District
08.1984 - 09.1990

Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics Education

Eastern Washington University
06.1982 - 08.1984

Undergraduate Work - General Studies & Edcation

Seattle Pacific University
09.1979 - 06.1981
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