English Teacher
Hazelwood School District
08.2024 - Current
Hi, I’m
Mayah Bumpers
St Louis,MO
Summary
Dedicated and passionate educator committed to creating a positive, engaging, and student-centered learning environment. Experienced in developing interactive lesson plans that promote critical thinking and collaboration. Adaptable and team-oriented, focused on achieving positive outcomes through effective communication and tailored instruction. Seeking an English teaching position to leverage my enthusiasm for education and empower students with the skills and knowledge essential for lifelong success.
Work History
Hazelwood School District
English Teacher
08.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current on educational trends and research-based strategies for instruction.
- Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
Ritenour School District
Student Teacher
01.2024 - 05.2024
Job overview
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding them toward improvement while building their confidence in their abilities.
University of Missouri Saint Louis
Registrar Assistant
08.2021 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Assisted students, parents, and alumni with questions regarding adding and dropping classes, transcripts, and diplomas over the phone and in-person
- Assisted supervisors and coworkers with special projects using Microsoft Office
- Created improvements on the out-of-date website according to instructions given by the supervisor
- Gave detailed instructions to patrons over the phone and in person regarding the use of the website
SoulFisher Ministries
ENAL Program Tutor
06.2020 - 07.2020
Job overview
- Created plans for students to achieve reading goals
- Designed activities for students regarding their readings
- Communicated student goals and progress with supervisor on a weekly basis
- Created prompts for students to demonstrate writing skills
- Designed learning activities for students to achieve writing goals
Education
University of Missouri Saint LouisNormandy, MO
Masters of Secondary Education
05-2025
University of Missouri Saint LouisNormandy, MO
Bachelor of Arts from English
05-2023
Skills
- Communication
- Lesson Planning
- Collaboration
- Problem-solving skills
- Student support
- Classroom management
- Lecturing
- Parent communication
- Faculty collaboration
- Editing and proofreading
Certification
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training - 03/01/24-03/01/27
English Initial Professional Certification, Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education - 02/28/2025-02/28/2029
Timeline
Student Teacher
Ritenour School District
01.2024 - 05.2024
Registrar Assistant
University of Missouri Saint Louis
08.2021 - 08.2022
ENAL Program Tutor
SoulFisher Ministries
06.2020 - 07.2020
University of Missouri Saint Louis
Masters of Secondary Education
University of Missouri Saint Louis
Bachelor of Arts from English
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