Michael Goad
Newburgh,IN
Summary
Focused and dedicated primary school educator with 15 years of experience. Passionate about educating children ages 1st to 6th grade using various activities and organizational tools. Expert developing lesson plans, creating custom class materials assigning classwork and grading tests. Diplomatic communicator when addressing parents and children about disciplinary actions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Henderson County Schools
2021.07 - Current
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
- Utilized data-driven instruction techniques to analyze student performance trends and adjust teaching methods accordingly for optimal results.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques customized for diverse learning needs.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Promoted a growth mindset in the classroom by encouraging students to set goals, embrace challenges, and persevere through obstacles.
Elementary School Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools
2017.10 - 2021.06
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
- Utilized data-driven instruction techniques to analyze student performance trends and adjust teaching methods accordingly for optimal results.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enhancing students'' understanding of various subjects.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques customized for diverse learning needs.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Murray State University
Murray, KY08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN12.2009
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Problem-solving skills
- Classroom Management
- Team Collaboration
- Organizational Skills
- Relationship Building
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Lesson Planning
- Group and individual instruction
- Technology Integration
- Project-based learning
- Standardized tests
- Field Trip Organization
- Student Records Management
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Henderson County Schools
2021.07 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools
2017.10 - 2021.06
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Murray State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Southern Indiana
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