Skilled educator with strong focus on facilitating effective learning environments and driving academic success. Proven ability to collaborate with teams and adapt to changing needs, ensuring consistent achievement of goals. Expertise in curriculum development, instructional design, and implementing innovative teaching strategies. Reliable, adaptable, and results-oriented professional dedicated to fostering positive and productive educational setting.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Facilitator
Hastings Public Schools
Hastings, NE
08.2024 - Current
Developed and implemented instructional strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
Facilitated professional development workshops for educators to improve teaching methodologies and classroom management skills.
Collaborated with teachers to design curriculum materials that meet diverse student needs and learning styles.
Analyzed student performance data to inform instructional practices and drive continuous improvement in academic achievement.
Mentored new instructional staff, providing guidance on best practices and effective teaching techniques.
Coordinated assessment processes to ensure alignment with district standards and educational goals.
Identified areas in need of improvement and implemented solutions.
Collected data on program efficacy through data analysis and implemented solutions for improvement.
Enhanced curriculum effectiveness by collaborating with teachers to develop and implement instructional strategies.
Collaborated with special education professionals to create inclusive learning environments that supported all students'' unique needs.
Boosted teacher collaboration by facilitating regular team meetings, sharing resources, and discussing student progress.
Promoted a positive learning environment through effective classroom management and organization.
3rd Grade Teacher
Hawthorne Elementary/Watson Elementary
Hastings, Nebraska
08.2009 - Current
Planned, taught and assessed lessons in all areas of the curriculum according to the Nebraska State Standards.
Fostered a classroom environment encouraging learning and promoting excellent student engagement.
Implemented classroom management strategies for an effective learning environment that promotes student engagement.
Used student data to guide instruction in all curriculum areas.
Monitored students' progress and differentiated instruction based on formative and summative assessments.
Facilitated student ownership of learning through student tracking of goals & progress monitoring.
Communicated and collaborated with colleagues regarding student performance and curriculum goals.
Supervised and advised Hastings College practicum students, building on their strengths and fostering growth.
Demonstrated commitment to continued learning through active participation in PLC meetings at all levels: district, building and grade level.
Implemented behavior management plans for at-risk students.
Utilized technology to enhance instruction.
Utilized technology to facilitate parent communication.
Differentiated instruction to meet learner needs.
Provided opportunities for interaction and communication between teacher, parent and student through, parent teacher conferences, notes, and technology correspondence, such as email, Remind, & signup.com.
Implemented ICG in whole and small group core reading instruction daily.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Hastings College
05-2009
Masters of Education - Literacy Reading and ELL
Concordia University
05-2014
Skills
Student engagement
Collaborative learning
Teaching strategies
Curriculum development
Peer coaching
Data analysis
Certification
Nebraska Professional Teaching Certificate, Elementary Education (K-8)
Timeline
Instructional Facilitator
Hastings Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
3rd Grade Teacher
Hawthorne Elementary/Watson Elementary
08.2009 - Current
Masters of Education - Literacy Reading and ELL
Concordia University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Hastings College
Honors and Activities
Write Tools 101
Write Tools: Narrative & Descriptive
EDoctrina Super User Training
Dibels Training, Dibels Next Essential Workshop
ICG Training
Marzano Art & Science of Teaching Workshop
Collaborate with Peers District Summer CIA Learning and Work
Supervised Clinical Students and Review Lesson Plans
School Improvement Committee
Served on District Wide Reading Curriculum Committee
Served on District Wide Science Curriculum Committee
TAPP Para Familias Latinas Project (UNL Research Project)
Responsibility Centered Discipline Behavior Training
Robotics and Programing Training
Safe and Collaborative Schools Committee (PBIS)
Volunteer Coach for STC Track and Field
Member of HCA for Hastings Catholic School Fundraising (Hall of Fame and Tournaments Coordinator)
Special Education Instructional Facilitator at Clark County School District, CCSDSpecial Education Instructional Facilitator at Clark County School District, CCSD