Rita Miller
Helena,AR
Summary
Accomplished educator with a proven track record at Helena/West Helena School District, enhancing student engagement and academic growth through innovative lesson planning and effective classroom management. Skilled in critical thinking and motivating students, I have significantly contributed to creating supportive learning environments and implementing successful mathematics intervention strategies. Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Helena/West Helena School Distrist
08.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Mathematics Interventionist
Helena/West Helena School District
08.2019 - 05.2022
- Improved student understanding of mathematical concepts by implementing targeted intervention strategies.
- Supported the integration of technology into mathematics instruction, enhancing student engagement and understanding.
- Organized relevant materials/resources for fellow educators seeking assistance with mathematics interventions or teaching strategies.
- Served as a resource for classroom teachers by providing coaching in mathematics instructional strategies.
- Provided individualized support and guidance for students, resulting in increased confidence and improved performance.
- Implemented progress monitoring tools to track student growth over time, allowing for timely adjustments to intervention strategies.
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Helena/West Helena School District
09.2016 - 06.2020
- Adapted curriculum materials to accommodate various learning styles and abilities, increasing overall comprehension levels among students.
- Maintained strong parent-teacher communication, ensuring consistent support for student achievement.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Teacher
KIPP Delta College Preparatory School
09.2015 - 03.2017
- 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.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Arkansas At Pine Bluff
Pine Bluff, AR1992
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Behavior Management
Timeline
Teacher
Helena/West Helena School Distrist
08.2022 - Current
Mathematics Interventionist
Helena/West Helena School District
08.2019 - 05.2022
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Helena/West Helena School District
09.2016 - 06.2020
Teacher
KIPP Delta College Preparatory School
09.2015 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Arkansas At Pine Bluff
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