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Lindsay Bray

South Lyon

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at South Lyon Community Schools, adept at fostering student engagement and utilizing assessment techniques to enhance learning outcomes. Skilled in classroom management and lesson planning, I successfully implemented innovative strategies that improved student comprehension and retention, while promoting a positive and respectful classroom environment.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Guest Teacher

Will Sub
01.2002 - Current
  • Filled in for ill, vacationing or serving classroom teachers.


  • Supported the development of social-emotional skills in students through consistent reinforcement of respectful behavior and empathetic communication practices.


  • Managed classrooms of up to 30 students in schools in South Lyon.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.

Long Term Guest Teacher

South Lyon Community Schools/ Willsub
01.2025 - 06.2025
  • Provided constructive feedback on assignments, helping students refine their understanding of key concepts and improve their work quality over time.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Completed student report cards both winter and spring term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.

Long Term Guest Teacher

South Lyon Schools/ Will Sub
04.2023 - 06.2023
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs, to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Designed detailed learning plans for students based on test, homework and assignment records.
  • Completed student report cards end of term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.


  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.

Preschool Program Coordinator

Oak Pointe Church
09.2013 - 02.2020
  • Facilitated regular meetings with team members to discuss progress updates, address challenges, and brainstorm solutions for ongoing success.
  • Maintained detailed records of program activities and volunteer data, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
  • Led training sessions for staff and volunteers, fostering a knowledgeable and cohesive team environment.
  • Organized events to engage participants, enhancing their experience.
  • Designed program implementation and maintenance plan.
  • Spearheaded volunteer recognition program that boosted volunteer retention and engagement.
  • Enhanced community outreach by developing and implementing innovative marketing strategies, started weekly playdates for outreach.
  • Scheduled and monitored 150 volunteers weekly to maintain appropriate child to adult ratios.

Education

Elementary Education

Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI
04-2004

High School Diploma -

South Lyon High School
South Lyon, MI
06-1999

Skills

  • Positive reinforcement
  • Student engagement
  • Adaptable
  • Proficient in Microsoft programming and Google Programs
  • Mathematics instruction
  • Test proctoring
  • Smartboard technology
  • Mathematical concepts
  • Reporting and documenting
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Organizational skills
  • Conflict alleviation
  • Assessment techniques
  • Classroom management
  • Lesson planning

Timeline

Long Term Guest Teacher

South Lyon Community Schools/ Willsub
01.2025 - 06.2025

Long Term Guest Teacher

South Lyon Schools/ Will Sub
04.2023 - 06.2023

Preschool Program Coordinator

Oak Pointe Church
09.2013 - 02.2020

Guest Teacher

Will Sub
01.2002 - Current

Elementary Education

Central Michigan University

High School Diploma -

South Lyon High School

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