Dynamic educator and supportive Case Worker Aide with a track record of fostering student engagement and enhancing learning outcomes through project-based and collaborative learning. Excelled at Hope Harbor Children's Home And Family Ministries by implementing feedback and leveraging analytical skills to develop inclusive, respectful classroom environments. Demonstrated exceptional verbal communication and behavior modeling, achieving significant improvements in student academic growth and social skills development.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Secondary Social Studies Teacher
Hope Harbor Children's Home And Family Ministries
08.2011 - 04.2024
Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Created lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Oklahoma State Curriculum Standards.
Designed interdisciplinary units alongside colleagues from other subject areas, creating cohesive lesson plans that reinforced key concepts across multiple disciplines.
Facilitated meaningful connections between historical events and contemporary issues, encouraging students to understand the relevance of social studies education today.
Enhanced student engagement with interactive classroom presentations, collaborative group projects, and hands-on learning experiences.
Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching effectiveness in the social studies domain.
Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
Case Worker Aide
Department Of Human Services Roger County
03.2010 - 07.2011
Followed instructions and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
Observed and monitored children's activities.
Reviewed files, records and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests.
Youth Residential Specialist at Missouri Baptist Children's Home and Family MinistriesYouth Residential Specialist at Missouri Baptist Children's Home and Family Ministries