Matthew Krupa
Seven Hills,OH
Summary
Accomplished ELA Teacher with a proven track record at Westlake City Schools, enhancing student comprehension and engagement through innovative instructional strategies and targeted reading practices. Expert in adaptability, effective communication, and leveraging Common Core Standards to elevate academic success. Demonstrated ability to build meaningful relationships and foster student growth, both academically and socially.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
ELA Teacher
Westlake City Schools
08.2016 - Current
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with students, fostering open communication about progress, achievements, behavior.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Utilized data to inform instructional decisions, differentiate instruction, and personalize learning to ensure student success.
- Enhanced student comprehension of complex texts through targeted reading strategies and guided practice activities.
- Established a safe learning environment where students felt encouraged to express original ideas, think independently, and ask questions.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
ELA Teacher
Berea City Schools
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Created engaging writing prompts that encouraged students to develop critical thinking skills and articulate their thoughts clearly.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
Education
Master of Science - School Counseling
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH05.2027
Bachelor of Arts - Integrated Language Arts
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH05.2015
Skills
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Effective Communication
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time Management
- Lecturing and Leading Discussions
- Creative Thinking
- Common Core Standards
- Relationship Building
- Parent and Guardian Communication
- Student Engagement
- Coaching and Mentoring
Related Experience
- Created and coach game club (2017-2024)
- Advised ninth and tenth grade (2021-2024)
- Coached freshman baseball (2016-2021), winning conference in 2019
- Intervention Assistance Team (2018-2020)
- Consistent chaperone for social events
Timeline
ELA Teacher
Westlake City Schools
08.2016 - Current
ELA Teacher
Berea City Schools
08.2015 - 06.2016
Master of Science - School Counseling
Cleveland State University
Bachelor of Arts - Integrated Language Arts
Cleveland State University
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