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Mary Frazier

Oviedo,FL

Summary

Responsible Educator certified to teach grades K-9 and endorsed in language arts and social studies. Learns and integrates new technologies and teaching strategies as part of professional development to improve classroom management and learning goals.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

8th Grade History and Language Arts Teacher

Seminole County Public Schools
08.2023 - 06.2024
  • Designed and implemented differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs and styles.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, promoting a more holistic understanding of language arts and history
  • Evaluated student progress and adjusted instructional strategies accordingly to improve comprehension and writing skills for struggling learners.
  • Established positive relationships with students, parents, and fellow educators through open communication channels.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in language arts and history education.
  • Promoted critical thinking skills through analytical writing assignments that encouraged students to synthesize information from multiple sources, including primary source documents
  • Communicated daily schedule and content plans with students and parents via online assignment software and Outlook email and calendar.

7th Grade Science Teacher

Seminole County Public Schools
01.2023 - 06.2024
  • Created positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment for students.
  • Instructed students using variety of classroom methods and adapted methodology and instructional materials to meet student needs, abilities and Individualized Educational Plans.
  • Devised and used formative and summative assessments and maintained accurate and complete records as required by laws, policies and regulations.
  • Developed and implemented both group and individual lesson plans for students in accordance with established science curriculum.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.

Virtual Lab Facilitator

Seminole County Public Schools
08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Guided students in choosing virtual courses
  • Ensured that all students were registered in an appropriate course
  • Coordinated with guidance counselors regarding course selection and student needs
  • Helped virtual teachers to keep students accountable and progressing in their courses
  • Instructed students on Microsoft Office documents and basic computer skills to complete and turn in assignments
  • Responsible for students who were given in-school suspensions and temporary class placements
  • Responsible for opening library each morning: checked in/out and shelved books and managed student behavior
  • Communicated with parents to better support students


Substitute Teacher

Seminole County Public Schools
12.2021 - 06.2022
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Requested as substitute teacher by teachers and substitute coordinator based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance and classroom management
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.

Elementary Library Media Tech

Capistrano Unified School District
09.2015 - 06.2017
  • Kept library shelves and printed materials well-stocked and organized according to established system.
  • Catalogued and sorted books and library materials.
  • Maintained and updated student records in library system database.
  • Supervised and assisted students, teachers and volunteers
  • Responsible for acquisition, processing, circulation and recovery of books

Para-Educator

Kaneland Community School District
10.2007 - 12.2008
  • Assisted teacher and worked individually with student with special needs to navigate through the day.
  • Assisted teacher with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Implemented support material and positive reinforcement strategies to assist student in achieving academic and social goals determined in the educational plan.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL
05.2007

Skills

  • Written and oral communication
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
  • Classroom management
  • Organization
  • Positive learning environment
  • Personalized support
  • Collaboration
  • Trained in restorative practices
  • Training for Mental First Aid

Military Experience

United States Air Force

Computer Operator/Technical Analyst

April 1996-April 1999

Coordinated with the help desk team to assist civilian and military personnel at Special Operations Command. Responsible for troubleshooting and repairing hardware/software problems and network connectivity issues, software installations, and new user training on network usage and protocol.

Certification

  • Mental Health First Responder Training - December 2022

Timeline

8th Grade History and Language Arts Teacher

Seminole County Public Schools
08.2023 - 06.2024

7th Grade Science Teacher

Seminole County Public Schools
01.2023 - 06.2024

Virtual Lab Facilitator

Seminole County Public Schools
08.2022 - 01.2023

Substitute Teacher

Seminole County Public Schools
12.2021 - 06.2022

Elementary Library Media Tech

Capistrano Unified School District
09.2015 - 06.2017

Para-Educator

Kaneland Community School District
10.2007 - 12.2008

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Northern Illinois University