Rae Merritt
Vista
Summary
Results-oriented professional specializing in student assessment and individualized instruction. Proven ability to implement behavior management strategies while maintaining a positive classroom atmosphere. Ready to leverage expertise to support student growth and academic achievement.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Carlsbad Unified School District
Carlsbad
08.1996 - 06.2023
- Developed lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and student needs.
- Implemented engaging classroom activities to enhance student participation.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects and initiatives.
- Communicated regularly with parents about student progress and behavior.
- Organized classroom materials and resources for efficient learning environments.
- Maintained a positive classroom atmosphere to foster student engagement and respect.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
- Supervised after school activities such as clubs or sports teams.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
Education
Credits - Education
Vanguard University
Irvine, CA06-2011
Bachelor of Arts - Diversified Studies
University of La Verne
La Verne, CA06-1977
Skills
- Lesson planning and curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Technology integration
- Educational strategy
- Team collaboration
- Parent communication
- Instructional design
- Formative assessments and Standard-based grading
- Student-centered learning
- Data-driven instruction
Affiliations
- Volunteer at the Boys and Girls Club of Carlsbad Fundraisers
- Volunteer at Agua Hedionda Discovery Center
Accomplishments
- Grade Level Leader
- TSAC Representative for Jefferson Elementary
- Teacher of the Year
Certification
- CLAD certificate
- Lifetime Teaching Credential
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher
Carlsbad Unified School District
08.1996 - 06.2023
Credits - Education
Vanguard University
Bachelor of Arts - Diversified Studies
University of La Verne