Marissa Bidderman
Gilbert,AZ
Summary
Christian elementary school teacher committed to promoting student learning and student growth in Christ. Skillful in managing classroom environments. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills. Upbeat and fun.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Long Term Sub - 1st Grade
Gilbert Christian School - Val Vista
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for tests.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Chaperoned field trip to maintain safety and encourage learning.
- Enhanced classroom management techniques, resulting in a more focused and productive learning environment.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting cross-curricular understanding.
- Implemented individualized learning plans for students with unique needs, ensuring their academic progress and success.
- Increased parental involvement through regular communication and parent-teacher conferences, strengthening the home-school connection.
- Prayed with and had "heart talks" with students when discipline issues arose
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, motivating them to improve academically and personally.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
Instructional Aide
Gilbert Christian Schools - Greenfield
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess and lunchroom environments.
- Graded and recorded classwork, tests and quizzes
- Supported the development of students'' critical thinking skills by facilitating group activities and discussions.
- Assisted in monitoring student progress, providing feedback to teachers for assessment and improvement strategies.
- Collaborated with instructional team members to create a cohesive educational experience for all students.
- Contributed to a positive classroom environment by establishing rapport with students and addressing individual needs.
- Provided one-on-one support for students needing additional assistance, improving their understanding of course material.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance data, aiding teachers in making informed instructional decisions.
- Collaborated with other aides and teachers to provide comprehensive support to students
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
Education
K-8 Teaching Certificate -
TeachAway
Online05.2024
Bachelor of Science - International Business
Oral Roberts University
Tulsa, OK05.2002
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Team Collaboration
- Relationship Building
- Organizational and Time Management Skills
- Biblical worldview integration
- Lesson Planning
- Phonics/Reading Instruction
Timeline
Long Term Sub - 1st Grade
Gilbert Christian School - Val Vista
10.2023 - 01.2024
Instructional Aide
Gilbert Christian Schools - Greenfield
08.2019 - 05.2023
K-8 Teaching Certificate -
TeachAway
Bachelor of Science - International Business
Oral Roberts University
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