PAIGE SMITH
Quartz Hill
Summary
Passionate educator and Idaho Army National Guard Soldier with a proven track record in instructional strategies and team leadership. Excelled in developing engaging curriculum at Westside Union School District and mentoring peers in tactical transport strategies. Skilled in communication and project-based learning, consistently fostering collaborative environments and driving significant improvements in learning outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher - 6th Grade
Westside Union School District
Palmdale
08.2024 - Current
- Develop and implement engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards for core subjects, including Math, Science, English Language Arts, and Social Studies.
- Differentiate instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities, including English language learners, and students with special needs.
- Implement effective classroom management strategies to encourage student participation, and minimize disruptions.
- Analyze student data to identify strengths and areas for improvement, providing targeted interventions as needed.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, administrators, and support staff to enhance curriculum and instructional practices.
Motor Transport Operator (88M)
Idaho Army National Guard
Rigby
10.2020 - Current
- Supervising and/or operating all-wheel vehicles to transport cargo and personnel.
- Conduct vehicle inspections, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting to ensure operational readiness and compliance with safety regulations.
- Oversee and check the proper loading and unloading of cargo on vehicles and trailers.
- Train and mentor junior soldiers in vehicle operations, maintenance procedures, and tactical transport strategies.
- Maintain accountability for assigned vehicles, equipment, and documentation to support operational efficiency.
Collegiate Athlete
Idaho State University
Pocatello
01.2017 - 11.2020
- Trained throughout year to maintain excellent form, technique and peak physical condition
- Viewed videotapes to critique performances and techniques and learn opponents' tendencies and weaknesses to gain competitive advantage
- Attended scheduled practices and training sessions to develop skills
- Promoted team loyalty and camaraderie through constructive feedback, consistent encouragement and commitment
- Represented team with general public and members of media, providing positive face to group, answering questions and supporting charitable causes
- Analyzed personal strengths and weaknesses in games and determined how to overcome each problem
Education
MAT Program - Teaching
Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID02.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID05.2019
Skills
- Managing and overseeing tasks
- Listening
- Communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Reliability
- Responsibility
- Hard work
- Proactivity
- Team player
- Collaborative learning
- Relationship building
- Instructional strategies
- Project-based learning
Timeline
Teacher - 6th Grade
Westside Union School District
08.2024 - Current
Motor Transport Operator (88M)
Idaho Army National Guard
10.2020 - Current
Collegiate Athlete
Idaho State University
01.2017 - 11.2020
MAT Program - Teaching
Idaho State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Idaho State University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Idaho State University
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