Paula Gillespie
Marshfield,Missouri
Summary
Driven educator with proven success in fostering student engagement and academic growth at Brick Street Child Care And Learning Center. Excelled in classroom management and critical thinking, enhancing learning through innovative methods. Known for strong parent-teacher communication and mentoring abilities, significantly contributing to a supportive and dynamic educational environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Tearcher
Brick Street Child Care And Learning Center
08.2017 - 03.2024
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
Education
Tooele High School
Tooele, UT1994
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Behavior Management
- Student Engagement
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Student-Centered Learning
- Child Development
- Student assessment
- Curriculum Development
- Performance Assessments
- Parent Communication
- Positive Reinforcement
- Schedule Management
- Classroom Safety Practices
- Behavior Modification Techniques
Timeline
Tearcher
Brick Street Child Care And Learning Center
08.2017 - 03.2024
Tooele High School