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Macy Gruber

Arlington,KY

Summary

Skilled Language Arts Teacher knowledgeable about building strong verbal and written communication skills in both middle school and high school students. Familiar with state standards, curriculum selection, lesson planning and classroom management. As an educator, the goal is to treat, educate, and influence students much like teachers did me. Students will feel loved, wanted, needed, respected, and confident in their education, and will walk out of the classroom every day a better student and person.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher

Carlisle County Middle School
Bardwell, KY
08.2023 - Current
  • 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.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Assessed student performance regularly, providing timely feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Established a supportive learning environment that fostered positive relationships among students and staff.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units that connected English and Language Arts with other subject areas.
  • Communicated regularly with parents about student progress, highlighting achievements and addressing concerns as needed.
  • Ensured alignment between curriculum standards, assessments, and instructional materials to maximize student success in mastering required content.
  • Contributed positively to school culture by participating in faculty meetings, committees, and events aimed at improving overall student experience.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, setting clear expectations and addressing issues promptly and fairly.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement by incorporating multimedia presentations and interactive group activities into lessons.
  • Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
  • Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
  • Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails, and Parent Teacher Conferences.
  • Aided students that were homebound by providing after school services once per week for two hours.
  • Head of the District Learning Committee
  • Yearbook, Newsletter, and Student Broadcast Advisor

High School English and Language Arts Teacher

Carlisle County High School
Bardwell, KY
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • 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.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Provided tailored support for individual students by offering after-school tutoring sessions and additional resources.
  • Enhanced student writing skills through personalized feedback and targeted writing exercises.
  • Improved literacy rates by implementing reading strategies and assigning diverse, engaging texts.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education

Murray State University
Murray, KY
12.2022

High School Diploma -

Carlisle County High School
Bardwell, KY
05.2017

Skills

  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Collaborative learning
  • Team Collaboration
  • Classroom Management
  • Quality education
  • Teaching strategies
  • Lesson Planning
  • Proficient in Photoshop, Procreate, and Canva
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Organizational ability
  • Knowledgeable about Google (Level 2 Certified) and Microsoft Office

Timeline

Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher

Carlisle County Middle School
08.2023 - Current

High School English and Language Arts Teacher

Carlisle County High School
01.2023 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education

Murray State University

High School Diploma -

Carlisle County High School
Macy Gruber