Maureen Thompson
Holts Summit,MO
Summary
Dedicated and responsive professional with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification, and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire love of learning.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Jefferson City Public Schools
Jefferson City , MO
1987.08 - 2008.05
- Facilitated small group activities to support individualized instruction.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
- Planned special events such as assemblies, holiday celebrations.
- Engaged parents in meaningful dialogue about their child's academic performance.
- Utilized technology to enhance teaching methods and student engagement.
- Monitored lunchroom behavior and enforced appropriate conduct standards.
- Collaborated with colleagues in creating interdisciplinary curriculum units.
- Participated in professional development activities related to educational trends.
- Assessed students' progress through formal and informal tests, quizzes, assignments, and observations.
- Served as mentor for new teachers in the department.
- Encouraged creativity among students by providing them with open-ended tasks.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Organized field trips to supplement classroom instruction.
- Promoted an atmosphere of mutual respect between teachers and students.
- Created classroom environment that was conducive to learning, including establishing rules and procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and grades.
- Attended faculty meetings and other school functions.
- Supervised extracurricular activities such as clubs or sports teams.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences throughout the year.
- Integrated literature into classroom lessons whenever possible.
- Met regularly with administrators regarding student discipline issues.
- Provided guidance for students in developing problem-solving skills.
- Tutored individual students after school hours as needed.
- Created safe, nurturing environment of trust and respect.
- Improved delivery of instruction by analyzing and distilling test data to identify opportunities for intervention and enrichment.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching skills and knowledge.
- Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
- Invited guest speakers to classroom to excite and engage students.
- Communicated regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress and concerns.
- Assessed student learning through varied formative and summative assessments.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Maintained positive classroom culture through behavior management techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Lincoln University
Jefferson City, MO1987-05
Skills
- Individualized Learning
- Group and individual instruction
- Activity Planning
- Problem-solving skills
- Classroom Management
- Oral communication
- Elementary Education
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Jefferson City Public Schools
1987.08 - 2008.05
Bachelor of Science -
Lincoln University
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