Tyler Funk
Irwin,PA
Summary
Compassionate Substitute Teacher with distinguished knowledge of child development. Skilled at working closely with students to maintain progression and control behavioral issues. Committed to keeping up with lesson plans while keeping classrooms fun. Enthusiastic educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior. Reliable and knowledgeable educator with experience developing and delivering engaging lessons. Friendly individual enjoys helping students learn new concepts and subjects.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
West Mifflin Area Middle School
03.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with co-workers and office staff daily.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Substituted grades 4-8 in core content and specials.
Summer, Before/After School, K-Plus
Extended Day Services
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Collaborated with co-teacher and behavioral aids.
- Created and implemented lesson plans using skills and standards that are used in regular Kindergarten classroom.
- Prepared materials for learning centers, group activities, calendar time, circle time, and free play.
- Assisted with student lunches.
- Communicated with parents through phone call.
- Followed rules and regulations posted by Department of Human Services.
- Led groups of 10 children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and safety.
- Created and optimized records management strategies to coordinate and protect information
Student Teacher
Canon McMillan High School
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Communicated with families through phone call and sat in on parent-teacher conferences.
- Participated in professional development meetings.
- Utilized technology in classroom using web 2.0 tools, Schoology LMS, and Google Suite.
- Managed average class size of 30 students using positive behavior management strategies.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff and students.
- Conferred with qualified teacher to establish instructional targets and prepare lessons to cover source topics.
- Observed and participated in special learning opportunities to expand horizons and learn different approaches.
- Graded tests and checked homework assignments, documenting information in student records.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Investigated different teaching materials and techniques to understand strengths and weaknesses.
- Reviewed faculty handbooks, regional curricula and student guides to formulate deep understanding of duties and student expectations.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
Museum Educator
Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Collaborated with museum educators to create engaging activities for weekly themed camps
- Co-managed camp of approximately 20 kids aging 3-11 years old
- Worked on museum floor and interacted with guests.
- Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences.
- Answered questions, pointed out important features, and offered further details about special exhibits to educate visitors.
Special Education Paraprofessional
J. E. Harrison Education Center
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with 2 special education teachers and another paraprofessional.
- Planned lessons together using small group and whole group instruction.
- Worked with high school students to achieve their IEP goals
- Co-managed field trips and daily routines.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance and assessments.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
Education
Masters of Education - Online Teaching
Waynesburg University
Waynesburg, PA08.2023
Bachelor’s of Arts - History Teacher Education
Waynesburg University
12.2022
Skills
- Test Proctoring
- Lesson Implementation
- Safety Awareness
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Smart Board Technology
- IEP Understanding
- Parent Relations
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Management
- Educational Strategies
- Google Classroom
Affiliations
- Kappa Delta Pi
- Sigma Tau Delta
- American Historical Association
- National Council for History Education
- National Council for the Social Studies
Certification
- Pennsylvania Social Studies 7-12 License - 2/1/2023-2/28/2029
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Bloom where you are planted
1 Corinthians 7:20–24
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
West Mifflin Area Middle School
03.2023 - Current
Summer, Before/After School, K-Plus
Extended Day Services
12.2022 - 03.2023
Student Teacher
Canon McMillan High School
08.2022 - 12.2022
Special Education Paraprofessional
J. E. Harrison Education Center
07.2022 - 08.2022
Museum Educator
Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh
06.2022 - 09.2022
Masters of Education - Online Teaching
Waynesburg University
Bachelor’s of Arts - History Teacher Education
Waynesburg University
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