Serena Befort
Danville,KS
Summary
Passionate 6th grade educator with a strong foundation in literacy instruction and intervention strategies, including LETRS-informed practices. Experienced in analyzing student data to drive instruction and provide targeted support. Creates an inclusive classroom environment where all learners feel valued, challenged, and supported to reach their full potential.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Harper Elementary School
6th Grade ELA & Social Studies
Harper, KS
08.2024 - Current
- Plan and deliver standards-based instruction in core subject areas, including ELA, and social studies.
- Differentiate instruction to meet the academic and behavioral needs of diverse learners.
- Use formative and summative assessment data to drive instruction and monitor student progress.
- Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and academic goals.
- Collaborate with grade-level teams, special education staff, and support personnel to ensure student success.
- Integrate technology tools such as Google Classroom and interactive learning platforms to enhance engagement.
Kindergarten Teacher
Morgan Elementary School
Hutchinson, KS
12.2019 - 05.2024
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS12-2023
High School Diploma -
Chaparral High School
Anthony, KS05-2002
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Standards-based lesson planning
- Data-driven instruction
- Formative and summative assessment
- Small-group instruction
- Intervention strategies (WIN/MTSS)
- Explicit phonics instruction (LETRS-informed)
- Scaffolding and gradual release model
Certification
LETRS
Timeline
Harper Elementary School
6th Grade ELA & Social Studies
08.2024 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Morgan Elementary School
12.2019 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Fort Hays State University
High School Diploma -
Chaparral High School