Robin Owens
Ridgeley,WV
Summary
Proven educator with a track record of fostering academic growth and emotional well-being in students at Mineral County Schools. Skilled in Differentiated Instruction and excelling in Parent-Teacher Communication, I've enhanced classroom environments and established positive relationships. Achievements include implementing behavior modification strategies that significantly improved student participation and learning outcomes. 29 Kind Kindergarten Teacher with 29 years of experience. Detail-oriented planner with talent for developing individualized lesson plans and cultivating classroom atmospheres of positivity and progress. Committed to comprehensive student growth. Certified Kindergarten Teacher creates and runs programs to educate beginning students and improve school readiness. Fosters growth and development in children while encouraging strong partnerships with families. Manages behavior issues through innovative and constructive correction. Dedicated Kindergarten Teacher with demonstrated ability to motivate and engage students in learning. Manages diverse classroom, assessing student progress and developing positive relationships with students and parents.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Mineral County Schools
08.2000 - 07.2024
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
Head Start Teacher
Mineral County Schools
08.1995 - 08.2000
- Participated in ongoing professional development to stay up-to-date on best practices in early childhood education.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Improved classroom management through the use of positive reinforcement strategies and clear expectations.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a supportive and nurturing learning environment that encouraged academic success.
Head Start Education/Social Services Coordinator
Mineral County Schools
08.1993 - 08.1995
- Identified community resources to support clients.
- Cultivated positive, trusting relationships with clients and community providers to promote effective coordination of resources.
- Gathered information from mental and physical health and educational records to make recommendations and determine appropriate care plans.
- Visited homes and agencies to provide support and case management services to clients.
- Provided crisis intervention, guidance and supportive counseling to clients.
- Coordinated with social, public and welfare agencies to obtain and provide client information.
- Provided group and individual counseling to identify, discuss and resolve problems and issues.
RESA VIII Early Intervention Teacher
Mineral County Schools
08.1991 - 08.1993
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for the student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Billed medicaid through documentation of services
Substitute Teacher
Mineral/Hampshire County Schools
03.1991 - 06.1991
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
Quality Control Inspector
Allegany Ballistics Laboratory
12.1990 - 03.1991
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations through meticulous record-keeping and documentation of inspection results.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education/Elementary Education
Frostburg State University
Frostburg, MD12.1990
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Lesson Planning
- Early Childhood Development
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Mineral County Schools
08.2000 - 07.2024
Head Start Teacher
Mineral County Schools
08.1995 - 08.2000
Head Start Education/Social Services Coordinator
Mineral County Schools
08.1993 - 08.1995
RESA VIII Early Intervention Teacher
Mineral County Schools
08.1991 - 08.1993
Substitute Teacher
Mineral/Hampshire County Schools
03.1991 - 06.1991
Quality Control Inspector
Allegany Ballistics Laboratory
12.1990 - 03.1991
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education/Elementary Education
Frostburg State University
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