Upbeat 5th grade teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade Teacher
USD 259 Wichita Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet on average 20 students' diverse learning needs and abilities
Bartender
Monarch
05.2016 - 08.2022
Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.
Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
Recruited and trained new bartenders and barbacks to help maintain talented team.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS
05.2017
Skills
Team collaboration
Time management
Remote work experience, instructional design & content design
Continuous improvement planning
Instructional strategies
Curriculum design
Collaborative environments
Peer mentorship
Data analysis and synthesis, both independent and collaborative
Coached individuals with diverse and varying needs by developing individualized learning projects and assessments
Committees & Organizations
Served as Pro Rep for United Teachers of Wichita from 2021-2023
Building Committee Chair for 2021-22 school year
Designed and developed yearbook for 2021-22 and 2022-23 school year
Led social emotional learning committee from 2020-2023
Timeline
5th Grade Teacher
USD 259 Wichita Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
Bartender
Monarch
05.2016 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Wichita State University
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