Enthusiastic and creative individual with solid understanding of student development and learning styles. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills and connects with students from diverse backgrounds. Experienced developing engaging lesson plans and assessments to measure student progress. Dedicated Educator experienced in creating and fostering learning environments for students to raise confidence and expand knowledge base. Dedicated to monitoring students' progress and ensuring each meets goals within pre-determined timespan. Industrious educator with solid history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students with solid lectures, discussions and activities. Implement intervention strategies and discipline management techniques to enhance student success. Trained in attendance, assessment and grading requirements. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educator
Keystone Central School District
08.2009 - Current
Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
Utilized innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage students in learning.
Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
Facilitated student-led, inquiry-based activities in classroom to enhance learning experience.
Developed and implemented useful behavior management strategies to instill discipline and compliance with conduct code.
Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
Created and implemented assessments to measure student progress.
Trained and supervised new teachers to apply best teaching practices and comply with protocols.
Collaborated with administrators to develop school-wide initiatives to promote academic excellence.
Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
Education
Master of Science - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
Saint Joseph's University
Philadelphia, PA
Master of Science - Education
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
Skills
Parent Interaction
Continuing Education
Differentiated Instruction
Lesson Planning
Group and Individual Instruction
Program Development
Student Relations
Classroom Management
Special Education
Student Interaction
Student Records Management
Certification
English As A Second Language Certification
Media Specialist Certificaion
Timeline
Educator
Keystone Central School District
08.2009 - Current
Master of Science - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
Saint Joseph's University
Master of Science - Education
University of Pittsburgh
English As A Second Language Certification
Media Specialist Certificaion
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