Rhonda Leese
High School English Teacher
Grand Rapids,MI
Summary
Successful English Teacher with expertise in building engaging lesson plans and communicating ideas to foster student comprehension. Skilled at adapting course materials to meet established standards and individual academic capabilities. Well-versed in motivating students to meet learning objectives.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
High School English Teacher
Forest Hills Public Schools
Grand Rapids, MI
08.1996 - Current
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
- Designed and facilitated group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
High School English Teacher
Battle Creek Public Schools
Battle Creek, MI
08.1993 - 06.1996
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues.
Education
Master of Arts - Masters in The Teaching of English
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI 09.1996 - 04.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Education (Secondary)
Michigan State University
East Lansing 01.1986 - 12.1989
Skills
Reading assignments
Literature analysis
Quality education
Student records management
Individualized instruction
Grammar principles
Group and individual instruction
Classroom management
Timeline
Master of Arts - Masters in The Teaching of English
Western Michigan University
09.1996 - 04.1999
High School English Teacher
Forest Hills Public Schools
08.1996 - Current
High School English Teacher
Battle Creek Public Schools
08.1993 - 06.1996
Bachelor of Arts - Education (Secondary)
Michigan State University
01.1986 - 12.1989