Marilyn Caulkins
Teacher
Lincoln,Nebraska
Summary
Elementary School Teacher with expertise in early education, child development and collaborative teaching methods. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and state standards. Confidently offers classroom instruction and personalized student support using balance of traditional and modern approaches. Focused and dedicated primary school educator with 45 years of experience. Passionate about educating children ages 4 to 9 using various activities and organizational tools. Expert developing lesson plans, creating custom class materials assigning classwork and grading tests. Diplomatic communicator when addressing parents and children about disciplinary actions.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Lincoln Public Schools
08.2007 - Current
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Provided individualized and diversified instruction to support student comprehension and assist with navigating challenges.
Preschool Teacher
Lincoln Public Schools
08.2000 - 05.2007
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Preschool Teacher
SRI/St. Elizabeth Child Development Center
03.1982 - 08.1999
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
Elementary School Teacher
Wann School District
Wann, NE.
08.1979 - 05.1981
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Elementary School Teacher/3rd - 4th grade
Holbrook Public Schools
Holbrook, NE
1976.08 - 1978.05
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Teaching / Human Development
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Lincoln, NE07.1976
High School Diploma -
Minden High School
Minden, NE05.1972
Skills
- Virtual Communities
- Different Learning Styles
- Benchmark Setting
- Cultural Awareness
- Elementary Education
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Child Development
- Time Management
- Effective Working Relationships
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Lincoln Public Schools
08.2007 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Lincoln Public Schools
08.2000 - 05.2007
Preschool Teacher
SRI/St. Elizabeth Child Development Center
03.1982 - 08.1999
Elementary School Teacher
Wann School District
08.1979 - 05.1981
Elementary School Teacher/3rd - 4th grade
Holbrook Public Schools
1976.08 - 1978.05
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Teaching / Human Development
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
High School Diploma -
Minden High School
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