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MAARET PETAISTO

506 Douglas Drive, Buffalo,MN

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record in Finland and the United States, specializing in lesson planning and classroom engagement. Expert in differentiation and project-based learning, fostering scientific literacy and collaboration among students. Committed to enhancing student inquiry skills through innovative instructional strategies and hands-on laboratory experiences.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

7th and 8th Grade Science Teacher

Dassel-Cokato ISD 466
Cokato, MN
08.2022 - Current
  • Developed and implemented a variety of instructional strategies to engage students in the learning process.
  • Guided students in the development of their scientific inquiry skills.
  • Ensured compliance with state standards for 7th and 8th grade Science curricula.
  • Set up demonstrations, assisting and supervising students while conducting experiments.

Building Substitute Teacher

Birch Grove Elementary School
Brooklyn Park, MN
08.2021 - 06.2022
  • Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
  • Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
  • Adapted teaching methods to meet diverse student learning styles.

Sixth-Grade Science Teacher

Rifle Middle School
Rifle, USA
08.2012 - 05.2021
  • Integrated technology into teaching methods through the use of online resources and interactive software programs.
  • Provided individualized instruction to struggling students.
  • Used positive reinforcement method to redirect poor behavior.

Fifth and Sixth Grade Teacher

Tähtiniitty Elementary School
Espoo, Finland
08.2006 - 05.2012
  • Utilized various teaching methods like lectures, discussions, and hands-on demonstrations to instruct students individually and in groups.
  • Designed targeted interventions for students needing additional support.
  • Created curriculum aligned with rigorous Finnish Education Standards.

Education

Master of Arts - Middle School Science

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
04-2025

Master of Arts - Education: STEM Emphasis

Augustana University
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
08.2018

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, Arizona
05.2002

Associate of Arts - Elementary Education

Yavapai Community College
Prescott, Arizona
05.2000

Skills

  • Lesson Planning and Implementation Expert
  • Classroom Engagement Strategist
  • Differentiation Expert
  • Project-based learning
  • Collaborative learning
  • Scientific literacy
  • Multimedia integration
  • Laboratory skills

Timeline

7th and 8th Grade Science Teacher

Dassel-Cokato ISD 466
08.2022 - Current

Building Substitute Teacher

Birch Grove Elementary School
08.2021 - 06.2022

Sixth-Grade Science Teacher

Rifle Middle School
08.2012 - 05.2021

Fifth and Sixth Grade Teacher

Tähtiniitty Elementary School
08.2006 - 05.2012

Master of Arts - Middle School Science

Western Governors University

Master of Arts - Education: STEM Emphasis

Augustana University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Northern Arizona University

Associate of Arts - Elementary Education

Yavapai Community College

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