REBECCA PIGGEE
Kansas City,MO
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
K-2 STEM Teacher
Crossroads Charter Schools
07.2020 - 05.2024
- Manage six classroom sessions with classes ranging between 18-24 scholars
- Oversee K-2 STEM lab; adapt curriculum to meet diverse group of student aptitudes as well as interests. Build nurturing rapport with scholars and scholars' loved ones to increase learning motivation and engagement, share goals, and celebrate goals met. Also create rapport for purposes of establishing a strong community environment.
- Communicate learning goals clearly to scholars.
- Create positive reward systems to incentivize participation.
- Create structures which allow scholars to increase ownership of learning throughout the year.
- Instruct scholars using both large group instruction as well as allowing for independent learning time.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to address the diverse needs of all students.
- Adjust lessons using feedback and data to increase effectiveness of instruction.
- Collaborate with homeroom instructors, ELL and SPED teams to create an equitable learning environment as well as identify shared learning goals between environments.
- Identify scholars who require additional structural supports; modify plans, adhere to individualized education plans.
- Analyze data in order to identify learning successes as well as inform where re-teach is needed.
- Communicate classroom updates including celebrations with parents both individually and corporately.
- Collaborate with external organizations to provide meaningful and fun learning expeditions.
- Complete all FERPA, HIPPA, and other Safe School compliance trainings in order to contribute to a safe environment.
- Maintain confidential data and information.
- Maintain classroom budget; use resources in a fiscally responsible manner to purchase materials necessary for an optimal learning environment.
- Collaborate with other staff members for selected community projects such as the toy drive.
- Represent values; share vision and values with shareholders.
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Flexible Educator
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Attend classes with scholars listed on caseload.
- Build rapport with scholars by spending time with them outside of core classes.
- Adhere to personalized learning and Individualized Education Plans given by SPED director
- Identify trends in learning patterns as well as learning misconceptions.
- Improve learning outcomes by adhering to detailed instructions for respective scholars including providing specific tools during classes (i.e., calculator when allowed during math)
- Communicate with core teachers and SPED director prior to modifying assignments.
- Provide accommodations for students in order to assist with task completion including movement breaks and timers.
- Attend meetings as scheduled in order to be appraised of learning goal updates and modify accommodations accordingly.
- Encourage scholars to participate in games during small group instruction related to core subjects.
- Participate in staff development meetings in order to learn school culture and values.
- Build rapport with administrators, SPED director, and core teachers.
- Maintain confidentiality related to academic and behavioral progress discussed during conferences and meetings.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Substitute Teacher SPED
Parallel Employment Group Education Division
10.2018 - 01.2019
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedule.
- Assist SPED teacher with lower elementary scholar instruction (1st-3rd grade)
- Monitor scholar physical safety ensuring materials are used in a respectful and responsible manner.
- Model appropriate use of materials.
- Escort scholars to specials classes i.e. music, art, PE.
- Attend field trips PRN, monitor scholars remain with respective grade level class.
- Assist scholars with assignment completion adhering closely to providing only appropriate assistance listed in personalized learning plans.
Lead Early Childhood Teacher & Staff Member
Central Early Childhood Center
10.2012 - 06.2018
- Supervised 12 students ages 3-4 with co-teacher.
- Create and implement engaging curriculum with co-teachers
- Compile student portfolios reflecting progress and growth
- Develop positive relationships with parents to create holistic learning environment.
- Completed Conscious Discipline Course; learned effective loving discipline methods for children
- Maintain NAEYC core values and standards.
Assessor Monolingual & Bilingual Reading Comprehension Longitudinal Study
Kansas University Medical Center
01.2018 - 06.2018
- Learn proper research protocol and adhere to strict IRB and KU Medical Center standards.
- Learn variety of tests, pass tests in order to be able to administer tests to students.
- Administer tests in a streamlined, efficient manner, to ensure data collection consistency.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Kansas City, MO 07.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies -
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Kansas City, MO05.2006
Skills
- Teaching: Instruct using both engaging technology, wide variety of texts and multimodal learning strategies to present information using a variety of strategies
- Motivating Students: Encourage students to take ownership of their learning and goals Create goals and incentives
- Strategic Thinking: Expertise in creating lesson plans, and implementing activities, to meet the specific needs of various groups or audiences
- Objectivity: Able to gather, process, and evaluate information objectively, being mindful of individual preferences and tendencies
- Sensitivity and Understanding: Deep understanding of and sensitivity to cultural, socioeconomic, and developmental differences cultivated by extensive experience with individuals from various backgrounds
- Persistence: Committed to reaching out to and advocating for individuals in need of assistance, even when met with resistance and obstacles
- Ethics and Respect for Others: Maintain privacy, confidentiality, and respect for individual differences in accordance with highest standards
- Conflict Resolution: Listen and respond to concerns in a manner that diffuses frustration and creates a positive relationship going forward
- Analysis: Data collection and analysis to inform and revise goal setting
- Adaptability: Demonstrating flexibility through continuous learning and application
Timeline
K-2 STEM Teacher
Crossroads Charter Schools
07.2020 - 05.2024
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Flexible Educator
01.2019 - 06.2019
Substitute Teacher SPED
Parallel Employment Group Education Division
10.2018 - 01.2019
Assessor Monolingual & Bilingual Reading Comprehension Longitudinal Study
Kansas University Medical Center
01.2018 - 06.2018
Lead Early Childhood Teacher & Staff Member
Central Early Childhood Center
10.2012 - 06.2018
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies -
University of Missouri-Kansas City
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