MARIA GUNIS
Elementary Teacher
Oregon City,OR
Summary
Upbeat 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. Skilled in activity coordination, student assessment and record keeping. Persistent in uncovering and meeting individual student needs.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Oregon City School District
08.2016 - Current
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
Educational Consultant
Jackson Consulting, Inc.
06.2010 - 06.2013
- Provided training to school districts regarding Science of Reading.
- Collaborated with school districts to assess areas for improvement in curricula, classroom instruction, testing and student activities.
Expert Coach
Center Of Teaching And Learning, University Of OR
Eugene, OR
07.2007 - 07.2012
- Provided on-site support to first grade teachers implementing reading instruction to Tier 1 and Tier 2 students in a Response to Intervention school wide reading system.
- Lead teams of teachers to effectively implement the ECRI Grant's targets, objectives and goals.
- Worked with research team to develop lessons and the professional development to train teachers to use them. These materials are now available for purchase due to the high outcome results during the research project.
- Worked Oregon Department of Education's Oregon Literacy Framework Project.
Teacher
Jefferson County School District 509j
Madras, OR
1998.08 - 2007.06
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Lesley University
Cambridge, MA06-2007
Bachelor of Science - Education
Western Oregon University
Monmouth, OR06-1987
Skills
- P > Relationship building
- P > Curriculum selection
- P > Technology integration
- P > Activity Planning
- P > Group and individual instruction
- P > Lesson Planning
- P > Classroom management
- P > Differentiated instruction
- P > Behavioral improvements
- Smart Board Technology
- Emotional Support
- Instructional Strategies
- Google Slides
- Social and Academic Development
- Individualized Education
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Different Learning Styles
- Active Participation
- Remote Assistance
- Differentiated Instruction
- Innovative Teaching Methods
- Positive Interactions
- Interactive Learning
- State Standards Adherence
- Student Needs Assessments
Accomplishments
Attained National Board Certification in 2003 in Early Childhood
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Oregon City School District
08.2016 - Current
Educational Consultant
Jackson Consulting, Inc.
06.2010 - 06.2013
Expert Coach
Center Of Teaching And Learning, University Of OR
07.2007 - 07.2012
Teacher
Jefferson County School District 509j
1998.08 - 2007.06
Master of Arts - Education
Lesley University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Western Oregon University
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