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Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Linsey Riggins

Murray,KY

Summary

Energetic, patient, and adaptable individual, skilled in creating engaging and inclusive learning environments. Possesses solid understanding of educational techniques and proficient in lesson planning and classroom management. Dedicated to fostering academic growth and inspiring love for learning.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Student Teacher

Murray High School
08.2024 - 12.2024
  • Currently student teaching 9th & 12th grade.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
  • Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
  • Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.

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  • Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding them toward improvement while building their confidence in their abilities.
  • Monitored student progress to provide feedback on assignments and guidance on areas requiring improvement.
  • Incorporated real-world applications into lessons, making content relevant and relatable for students.
  • Increased students' critical thinking skills through the implementation of problem-solving exercises.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.

Classroom Instructor

Paducah Tilghman High School
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Classroom assistance, 10th & 12th grade.
  • Participated in in-school tutoring program.
  • Managed classroom environment conducive for learning to meet maturity level and interest of students.
  • Maintained confidential records and information in compliance with federal and state regulations.
  • Boosted student engagement through the use of interactive classroom activities and multimedia resources.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, meeting the unique needs of each learner in the classroom.

Classroom Instructor

Marshall County High School
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Classroom assistance, 10th & 12th grade.
  • Participated in afterschool tutoring program.
  • Evaluated progress of individual students to adjust teaching strategies to meet needs.
  • Implemented relevant technology and varied modes of delivery to support and differentiate instruction.
  • Facilitated learning through imagination, sensory activities and age-appropriate activities focusing on growth and development.
  • Implemented positive behavior interventions and supports to promote rules and compliance in classroom.
  • Maintained confidential records and information in compliance with federal and state regulations.
  • Boosted student engagement through the use of interactive classroom activities and multimedia resources.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing rules.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and adjusting instruction based on individual learning styles.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.

Education

Bachelor of Art - Secondary English

Murray State University
Murray, KY

Skills

  • Developing interactive lesson plans
  • Cultivating a positive learning environment
  • Evaluating student success
  • Strengthening student learning through one on one discussions
  • Developing differentiated instruction based on students' needs
  • Creating group and individual teaching for better assessment of student learning progress
  • Proficient in Google Classroom
  • Excellent time management skills with assignment grading and feedback

Certification

Kentucky Professional Certificate, English certification, 9-12

Praxisscores

English Language Arts: Content and Analysis (5039): 174

Principles of Learning and Teaching (5624): 179

References

  • Katie Ramer, Practicum Teacher, Paducah Tilghman,

    731-780-7999, Kathleen.ramer@paducah.kyschools.us


  • Lisa Stricklin, State of Tennessee Nutrition Educator,

    731-413-4342, lstricklin46@gmail.com

Timeline

Student Teacher

Murray High School
08.2024 - 12.2024

Classroom Instructor

Paducah Tilghman High School
08.2023 - 12.2023

Classroom Instructor

Marshall County High School
01.2022 - 05.2022
Kentucky Professional Certificate, English certification, 9-12

Bachelor of Art - Secondary English

Murray State University
Linsey Riggins