Dedicated professional with a versatile background in education, known for effective classroom management and team collaboration. Experienced in building inclusive environments that encourage student interaction and adapt to diverse learning needs.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher, Grade 4
Alexandria Elementary School
Alexandria, IN
08.2020 - Current
Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
Facilitated open communication channels among students, parents, and staff to enhance collaboration and support student success.
Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
Managed classroom behavior to create a positive learning environment.
Paraprofessional
Alexandria Elementary School
Alexandria, IN
01.2019 - 05.2019
Provided guidance to students in classroom setting.
Customized small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
Organizational Trainer
Community Hospital Anderson
Anderson, IN
07.2003 - 07.2018
Attended professional development workshops and seminars to stay abreast of new trends in education.
Designed and implemented training programs to enhance staff skills and knowledge.
Encouraged positive self-esteem and mutual respect for others while instilling joy of learning and discovery.
Facilitated team-building activities to enhance collaboration and communication among staff members.
Trained newly hired top talent to fill key positions and maximize productivity.
Created multimedia presentations with PowerPoint and video conferencing tools.
Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
Led communication workshops to enhance team collaboration and interpersonal skills.
Recommended changes or improvements in existing training processes as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies (K-8)
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
10-2019
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Harrison College
Indiana-Online
05-2010
Associate of Applied Science - Human Resource Management
Indiana Business College
Indianapolis, IN
05-2008
High School Diploma -
Madison Grant HS
Fairmount
06-1994
Skills
Training development
Curriculum design
Presentation software
Team collaboration
Performance evaluation
Classroom management
Timeline
Teacher, Grade 4
Alexandria Elementary School
08.2020 - Current
Paraprofessional
Alexandria Elementary School
01.2019 - 05.2019
Organizational Trainer
Community Hospital Anderson
07.2003 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies (K-8)
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Harrison College
Associate of Applied Science - Human Resource Management