Rebecca Carpenter
Imlay City Schools
Lapeer,MI
Experienced educator with a strong background in K-8 literacy and math instruction. Expertise in team collaboration, mentoring new teachers, and implementing innovative lesson plans that enhance student learning and engagement.
1
Certification
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Teacher
26 Years 11 Months
Imlay City Schools - Imlay City, MI | 07.1999 - 06.2026
- Taught in Grades 4, 2, Kindergarten, and Preschool.
- Served as a K-2 Literacy Coach and K-8 Instructional Coach to guide, support, and collaborate with teachers in Literacy and Math Instruction.
- Led professional development workshops focusing on innovative teaching methods and technology integration in classrooms.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Facilitated classroom management strategies to promote a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance instructional practices and share resources.
- Provided individualized support to students, adapting teaching methods to meet diverse needs.
- 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.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Elementary Teacher
1 Year 5 Months
Memphis Community Schools - Memphis, MI | 02.1998 - 07.1999
- Taught a full year in Second Grade, and a partial year in Preschool.
Education
Master of Arts - In Reading And Literacy Instruction
Oakland University - Rochester Hills, MI
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Michigan, Flint - Flint, MI
Skills
Led Professional Development
Mentored new teachers
Chaired content area departments (Literacy
Science
Technology)
Grade Level Chair
Differentiated instruction
Relationship building
Certification
Early Childhood Endorsement (ZA), Reading Specialist Endorsement (BR)
Timeline
Elementary Teacher
Imlay City Schools
07.1999 - 06.2026Read more
Elementary Teacher
Memphis Community Schools
02.1998 - 07.1999Read more
Oakland University - Master of Arts, In Reading And Literacy Instruction
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University of Michigan, Flint - Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
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