Robyn Orr
Teacher
Brunswick,ME
Summary
Energetic educator devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with students, parents, and colleagues. Experienced teacher with over 29 years of experience in education.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Grade 2 Teacher
Town Of Brunswick
Brunswick, ME
09.2005 - 07.2022
- Sourced supplies to fill gaps in student activities.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Special Education Teacher
Town Of Brunswick
Brunswick, ME
09.1999 - 07.2004
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Communicated nonverbally with children to provide comfort, encouragement and positive reinforcement.
- Implemented and taught life skills program, enabling students to master such tasks as banking, cooking, and community activities.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
Grade 2 Teacher
Woolwich Central School
Woolwich, ME
09.1999 - 07.2000
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Sourced supplies to fill gaps in student activities.
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
Grade 5 Teacher
Town Of Brunswick
Brunswick, ME
09.1998 - 07.1999
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Sourced supplies to fill gaps in student activities.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
Special Education Teacher
Town Of Brunswick
Brunswick, ME
09.1997 - 07.1998
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Communicated nonverbally with children to provide comfort, encouragement and positive reinforcement.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
Kindergarten Teacher
Dwight-Englewood School
Englewood, NJ
09.1995 - 07.1997
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Played games with students to increase understanding of subjects.
- Created child-centered learning environment characterized by consistent application of sound mental health and educational psychology practices.
- Integrated outdoor education into lesson plans.
- Collaborated with other faculty and staff to promote rigorous learning opportunities, general well-being of school and collective interest of staff and student body.
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Dwight-Englewood School
Englewood, NJ
09.1993 - 07.1995
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Taught children with creative approaches, methods and techniques.
- Assisted teacher with developing creative program suitable for preschool children.
Education
Master of Science - Creative Arts And Learning
Lesley College
Cambridge, MA 09.1997 - 05.1999
Bachelor of Science - Elementary And Special Education
University of Maine At Farmington
Farmington, ME 08.1978 - 05.1982
Master of Education Plus 15 Credits - Master of Education Plus15 Credits
Canter
Training in Infant/Toddler And Ages 3-6 -
Center For Montessori Teacher Education
New Rochelle, NYSkills
Team collaboration
Relationship building
Activity Planning
Elementary education
Lesson Planning
Group and individual instruction
Child development
Classroom management
Differentiated instruction
Special education
Timeline
Grade 2 Teacher
Town Of Brunswick
09.2005 - 07.2022
Special Education Teacher
Town Of Brunswick
09.1999 - 07.2004
Grade 2 Teacher
Woolwich Central School
09.1999 - 07.2000
Grade 5 Teacher
Town Of Brunswick
09.1998 - 07.1999
Special Education Teacher
Town Of Brunswick
09.1997 - 07.1998
Master of Science - Creative Arts And Learning
Lesley College
09.1997 - 05.1999
Kindergarten Teacher
Dwight-Englewood School
09.1995 - 07.1997
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Dwight-Englewood School
09.1993 - 07.1995
Bachelor of Science - Elementary And Special Education
University of Maine At Farmington
08.1978 - 05.1982
Master of Education Plus 15 Credits - Master of Education Plus15 Credits
Canter
Training in Infant/Toddler And Ages 3-6 -
Center For Montessori Teacher Education