Connie Troke
135 Lafayette Street Winona,MN
Summary
Seasoned educator with a diverse teaching background. Licensed in Minnesota (K-6) Elementary Education with Middle School Life Science. Professional experience working with students across multiple grade levels including elementary, middle school, and college. Additional experience working with youth in remedial and enrichment settings.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Life Science Teacher
Rochester Area Public School District
Rochester, MN
08.2016 - 11.2021
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans according to district curriculum and state standards.
- Created and administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways to increase student engagement.
- Taught approximately 150 students per day, differentiating lessons for Highly Gifted, Honors, Regular, and Special Education students.
- Worked with administrators and support staff on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
Director/Instructor
Saint Mary's University
Winona, MN
07.2014 - 06.2016
- Managed registration and orientation of incoming students.
- Supervised Minnesota teacher licensure candidates in student-teaching assignments.
- Course Instructor: Physical Education and Health Methods, Adolescent Literature, and Educational Measurement and Assessment.
Second Grade Elementary School Teacher
Cotter Schools: St. Stan's Campus
Winona, MN
08.2000 - 06.2011
- Full-time teacher of core subjects; reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, and religion.
- Developed lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessment tools to support individual and whole group learning experiences.
- Evaluated students’ academic and social growth, maintained appropriate records, and prepared progress reports.
- Fostered positive relationships with parents through parent-teacher conferences, class newsletters, daily correspondence regarding targeted student behavior and/or academic achievement goals.
Education
Educational Leadership -
Saint Mary's University
Minneapolis, MNMaster of Arts -
Saint Mary's University
Winona, MN08.1999
Bachelor of Science -
Winona State University
Winona, MN05.1994
Skills
Google Platform
Quizziz
Powerpoint
Pear Deck
Gizmo
Quizlet
Flip Grid
Screencastify
Smartboard
Timeline
Middle School Life Science Teacher
Rochester Area Public School District
08.2016 - 11.2021
Director/Instructor
Saint Mary's University
07.2014 - 06.2016
Second Grade Elementary School Teacher
Cotter Schools: St. Stan's Campus
08.2000 - 06.2011
Educational Leadership -
Saint Mary's University
Master of Arts -
Saint Mary's University
Bachelor of Science -
Winona State University
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