Results-driven Third Grade Teacher with a proven ability to boost student engagement through innovative lesson plans and effective classroom management strategies. Expertise in fostering a positive learning environment and enhancing student achievement.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Third Grade Teacher
Albertville City School System
Albertville, AL
07.2021 - Current
Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of core subjects.
Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles.
Evaluated student progress through formative assessments, providing targeted feedback for improvement.
Fostered a positive classroom environment using Whole Brain Teaching that encouraged collaboration and respect among students.
Engaged in Math Coaching Cycle, AMSTI, and OGAP trainings to develop better teaching strategies which created the highest i-Ready growth scores schoolwide.
Kindergarten Teacher
Mojave Unified School District
Mojave, CA
07.2016 - 06.2021
Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
Fostered a nurturing classroom environment promoting social, emotional, and cognitive development.
Collaborated with parents to support children's learning and address individual needs.
Assessed student progress using observational methods and ESGI.
Google Classroom, Flipgrid, ESGI online technology tools 2020=2021
Second Grade ELD Teacher
Beardsley Unified School District
Bakersfield, CA
08.2000 - 06.2002
Developed and implemented individualized lesson plans for English language learners.
Coordinated assessments to evaluate student progress in language acquisition.
Facilitated collaboration among educators to enhance instructional strategies for diverse learners.
Mentored new teachers on effective classroom management techniques and ELD methodologies.
Renaissance Model Classroom
Teacher, Kindergarten, Second, Third
Delano Union Elementary School District
Delano, CA
07.1990 - 06.2000
Developed engaging, integrated unit-based lesson plans to enhance student learning and retention.
Implemented diverse teaching strategies to accommodate various learning styles.
Collaborated with grade-level staff to design initiatives promoting student engagement.
Led professional development workshops for educators to improve instructional techniques for Gifted and Talented Education students.
Education
Master of Arts - Education: Teaching English Learners
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN
06-2026
Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential - Education
California State University Chico
Chico, CA
06-1990
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University Sacramento
Sacramento, CA
12-1989
Skills
Collaborative teaching
Team collaboration
Problem-solving skills
Creative Math games
Whole Brain Teaching
Classroom Management
Mathematics instruction
Social-emotional learning
Positive reinforcement
Student engagement
Certification
Gold Certified Whole Brain Teacher - 2025
Cross-cultural Language Acquisition and Development-CSU Bakersfield, 1998
OG
LETRS
Timeline
Third Grade Teacher
Albertville City School System
07.2021 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Mojave Unified School District
07.2016 - 06.2021
Second Grade ELD Teacher
Beardsley Unified School District
08.2000 - 06.2002
Teacher, Kindergarten, Second, Third
Delano Union Elementary School District
07.1990 - 06.2000
Master of Arts - Education: Teaching English Learners