Pamella Stommes
Math Teacher
Maple Grove,MN
Summary
Mentor and encourage students to appreciate and use mathematics in real-world situations. Strive to demystify mathematics and remove anxiety associated with learning math. Pay special attention to struggling students and offer one-on-one tutoring to overcome hurdles.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
7th Grade Math Teacher
Yinghua Academy
Minneapolis, MN
08.2021 - Current
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Developed and distributed study guides to reinforce lecture details and help students with test preparation.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Accelerated Math Instructor
Yinghua Academy
Minneapolis, MN
08.2014 - Current
- Documented and communicated student progress on course goals to identify areas in need of improvement.
- Created course syllabus to clearly communicate expectations and standards for student success.
- Implemented innovative resources such as videos, metaphors and real-life scenarios to illustrate course concepts and engage students.
- Prepared high-quality lessons to teach students step-by-step problem-solving methods for Advanced Algebra math course.
- Designed materials and assignments to bolster students' understanding of tricky mathematical concepts such as solve exponential and logarithmic functions.
- Taught students how to set up and solve Trigonometric Identity math problems.
- Identified and chose best textbooks for students learning math at accelerated level.
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails and Parent Teacher Conferences.
Middle School Math Team Lead
Yinghua Academy
Minneapolis, MN
01.2014 - Current
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Adjusted teaching strategies to meet diverse requirements of individualized support plans.
- Developed and distributed study guides to reinforce lecture details and help students with test preparation.
- Proctored exams for 375+ students to promote educational growth.
Homeroom Teacher
Yinghua Academy
Minneapolis, MN
01.2012 - Current
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Devised and implemented strategies to create and maintain cohesive school community within virtual classroom setting.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets and attendance logs.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of integrated classroom.
- Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Education
MA in Teaching - 5-12 Mathematics
Hamline University
St Paul, MN 08.2018 - Current
BA of Arts - Mathematics
Hunter College, CUNY
New York City 09.2005 - 01.2010
Skills
Smartboard operation
Response-to-intervention understanding
Learning assessments
Quality education
Field trip planning
Literacy skills
IEP familiarity
Organizational ability
Dependable and Responsible
Teambuilding
Data Entry
Critical Thinking
Flexible and Adaptable
Written Communication
Quote
Life is defined by opportunities, even the ones missed.
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
Timeline
7th Grade Math Teacher
Yinghua Academy
08.2021 - Current
MA in Teaching - 5-12 Mathematics
Hamline University
08.2018 - Current
Accelerated Math Instructor
Yinghua Academy
08.2014 - Current
Middle School Math Team Lead
Yinghua Academy
01.2014 - Current
Homeroom Teacher
Yinghua Academy
01.2012 - Current
BA of Arts - Mathematics
Hunter College, CUNY
09.2005 - 01.2010