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Martha Falk

Boise,ID

Summary

Dynamic educator and leader with a proven track record at The Potter's School and American Heritage Girls. Skilled in public speaking and proficient in Spanish. Excelled in enhancing student engagement and mentoring new teachers. Exceptional communication and organizational skills have contributed to educational and community growth. Passionate about fostering cultural awareness and digital literacy, making a significant impact in the lives of students and the broader community.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

The Potter's School
02.2008 - 05.2024
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.

Volunteer Ministry Expansion Lead

American Heritage Girls
05.2015 - 05.2022

A ministry expansion lead for American Heritage Girls (AHG) would be responsible for growing the AHG ministry in a local community. This role would involve:

  • ·Promoting AHG: Presenting the program to church leadership, school representatives, leaders of other organizations and parents, as well as hosting an information table at conferences and other community events
  • Supporting services: Providing follow-up to inquiries from the national website, in addition to providing up-to-date information to local troop leadership
  • · Ensuring re-charter: Making sure all necessary AHG Charter paperwork is signed and sent to AHG, Inc.

Volunteer Idaho State Capitol Tour Guide

Legislative Services Office
06.2019 - Current
  • Guided groups of up to 30 people on scheduled tours.
  • Facilitated memorable experiences for diverse groups by tailoring presentations to cater to different age groups, knowledge levels and interest levels.
  • Established positive relationships with tour members through fun and engaging conversation.
  • Enhanced visitor engagement by delivering interesting and informative tours.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.

Volunteer Mentor Mom for Mother of Preschoolers

Calvary Chapel Boise
09.2022 - 05.2024
  • Develop trust-based relationships with mentees through active listening and empathetic communication.
  • Bring perspective on mothering, womanhood and relationships, based on biblical principles and life experience.


Education

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish, Biology

Concordia College
Moorhead, MN
05-1982

Skills

  • Public Speaking
  • Presentation Skills
  • Exceptional communication
  • Proficient in Spanish
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Organizational skills

Timeline

Volunteer Mentor Mom for Mother of Preschoolers

Calvary Chapel Boise
09.2022 - 05.2024

Volunteer Idaho State Capitol Tour Guide

Legislative Services Office
06.2019 - Current

Volunteer Ministry Expansion Lead

American Heritage Girls
05.2015 - 05.2022

Teacher

The Potter's School
02.2008 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish, Biology

Concordia College
Martha Falk