I taught in Las Vegas for 13 years as a fifth, fourth and third grade teacher. I moved back to Wisconsin where I grew up and start working for Lumin Schools as the middle school math teacher.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Math Teacher
Lumin Schools
08.2020 - 04.2024
Developed strong parent-teacher relationships through consistent communication, resulting in better support for student needs.
Created a positive classroom environment that promoted respect, inclusivity, and personal responsibility among students.
Boosted student confidence and problem-solving skills through engaging group work exercises.
Modeled core values of school on daily basis in interactions with students, families, administrators and fellow teachers.
Contributed to school-wide initiatives by participating in curriculum development committees and professional development workshops.
Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
Implemented data-driven instruction, tailoring teaching methods to address individual student needs and improve overall performance.
Incorporated differentiated instruction strategies into lesson planning to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
Utilized assessment data to inform instructional decisions, targeting areas of weakness for improvement efforts.
Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on best practices and classroom management techniques.
Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
Attended teacher conferences and workshops to stay abreast of new developments in math education.
Integrated Smartboard and other instructional technologies into classroom.
Elementary School Teacher
Clark County Public Schools
01.2007 - 06.2020
Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.