Renee Letts
Ypsilanti,MI
Summary
My Career began as a cashier in a family-owned grocery store, progressing through various roles over 13 years. Experience in retail at a Hallmark store complemented a primary focus on education, enhancing organizational and communication skills across diverse age groups. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues while maintaining a positive work environment. Strong background in customer service and team dynamics, contributing to overall operational success.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Classroom Teacher 4th & 2nd Childs Elementary
Lincoln Consolidated School District
Ypsilanti, Michigan
11.2024 - 06.2026
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards and student needs.
- Assessed student performance using formative and summative evaluation methods.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress and behavior.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects and activities.
- Engaged in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices.
Long Term Substitute 4th Grade
South Meadows Elementary
Chelsea, USA
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Established an inclusive classroom environment that empowered students to participate actively and take risks in their learning.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students through consistent care, respect, and empathy, fostering trust and engagement.
- Facilitated collaborative projects that enhanced peer interaction, communication, and teamwork, leading to improved student engagement.
Long Term Sub Kindergarten
North Creek Elementary
Chelsea, USA
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Facilitated Parent Teacher Conferences, engaging with parents to discuss student progress and strategies for support.
- Monitored and tracked student behavior through data collection tools, analyzing trends to inform behavior plan adjustments.
- Collaborated with school counselors and support staff to secure additional resources for students with intensive behavioral needs.
Long Term Sub kindergarten
Angell Elementary
Ann Arbor, USA
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Designed classroom setup and organization strategies to enhance learning environments and foster student engagement.
- Delivered handwriting without Tears, phonics, Everyday Math, social studies Alive, and reading curricula to support foundational literacy and numeracy skills.
- Conducted standardized assessments, including district-wide tests, following established protocols and timelines for accurate reporting.
Long Term Sub 5th Grade
Angell Elementary
Ann Arbor, USA
04.2021 - 06.2021
- Designed and delivered engaging virtual and hybrid instruction for 5th grade students, leveraging educational technology tools such as Schoology and Google Slides.
- Prepared and submitted end of year progress reports and report cards for students ensuring accuracy and completeness of academic records.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Second Grade Teacher
Keystone Academy
Bellville, USA
08.2015 - 06.2018
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans for a diverse classroom of 2nd grade students, incorporating multimedia resources to enhance learning outcomes.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate varying learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a supportive learning environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies, Elementary Education
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI04-2006
Skills
- Organization
- Differentiation
- Building Relationships
- Creativity
- Team collaboration
- Professional development
Certification
- Professional Teaching Certificate
- Elementary k-5 all subjects Self Contained Classroom
- Social Studies (RX) k-8
Professional Development
- Everyday Math Training
- Schoology Training
- Restorative Practice
- Working with Students with Autism
- Literacy Essentials K-3
- How to use AI in Classroom
- Dibels/Running Records
- Classroom Management (Responsive Classroom)
- Literacy Centers
- STEAM Training
- Growth Mindset
Timeline
Classroom Teacher 4th & 2nd Childs Elementary
Lincoln Consolidated School District
11.2024 - 06.2026
Long Term Substitute 4th Grade
South Meadows Elementary
01.2024 - 06.2024
Long Term Sub Kindergarten
North Creek Elementary
10.2022 - 02.2023
Long Term Sub kindergarten
Angell Elementary
08.2021 - 10.2021
Long Term Sub 5th Grade
Angell Elementary
04.2021 - 06.2021
Second Grade Teacher
Keystone Academy
08.2015 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies, Elementary Education
Grand Valley State University