Rebecca Calnin
School District of Waupaca
New London,WI
17
years of professional experience
I am an effective teaching professional with a strong background in developing engaging lesson plans and collaborating with colleagues. I'm skilled in adapting instructional strategies to meet diverse student needs and promote active participation. I want to ensure that all students have what they need to succeed in my classroom.
Work History
Teacher - 2nd Grade, 1st Grade, & Kindergarten
16 Years 11 Months- Curriculums taught: Benchmark Advanced ELA, Houghton Mifflin Expressions, Houghton Mifflin Journeys, Heggerty Phonemic Awareness, Wilson Foundations, Lucy Calkins Writing Workshop, Mystery Science.
- Member of the PBIS tier 2 & 3 teams.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Integrated technology into lessons to enhance learning experiences and engagement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop curriculum enhancements and share best practices.
- Analyzed student data to identify areas for improvement and drive instructional adjustments. Summative Assessments used: AIMSweb Plus, IReady math & reading, and PALS
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Regular Education (EC-MC)
Skills
Special needs support
Safe
positive learning environment
Differentiated instruction
Team collaboration
Student engagement
Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Teacher - 2nd Grade, 1st Grade, & Kindergarten
School District of Waupaca
08.2009 - 07.2026Read More
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
Bachelor of Science from Regular Education (EC-MC)
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