Rose A. Main-Helm
Bancroft,WI
Summary
Compassionate, energetic, creative and effective teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration. Equipped with background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure Naturalist position at Boston School Forest. Ready to help team achieve academic and environmental goals.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
LMS Teacher
Stevens Point Area Public School District
Kennedy Elementary/Plover-Whiting Elementary
10.2014 - 06.2023
- Incorporated exciting and engaging types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Worked with over 600 students in a six day teaching rotation.
- Taught lessons to all grades K-6.
- Integrated technology into lessons and used various data bases and tools to promote digital citizenship skills.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Set up and managed two budget for purchasing materials for library collections.
- Managed and maintained two collections of library materials in two different locations.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Stevens Point Area Public School District
Madison//Roosevelt/Jackson/McDill/ Plover-Whiting
09.1987 - 10.2014
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Scheduled and directed field trips and hands-on activities to foster student learning and creativity.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs.
- Introduced classroom games and various outdoor recreational events to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
Education
Library Science License - Instructional Library Media Specialist
University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI01.2018
Master of Science - Education
UWSP
Stevens Point, WI12.1997
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
UWSP
Stevens Point, WI01.1988
Skills
- Positive Atmosphere Promotion
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Effectively Work with Parents
- Innovative Lesson Planning
- Instructional Best Practices
- Thematic Study Techniques
- Classroom Management
- Student Records Management
- Student-Centered Learning
- Fundraising
- Diversity and Inclusion
Additional Information
I am pursuing this part time position to bring joy and knowledge about the amazing environment we share.
Timeline
LMS Teacher
Stevens Point Area Public School District
10.2014 - 06.2023
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Stevens Point Area Public School District
09.1987 - 10.2014
Library Science License - Instructional Library Media Specialist
University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh
Master of Science - Education
UWSP
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
UWSP