Sharon Brunts
St Louis,MO
Summary
Accomplished educator with a track record of fostering student development and integrating technology in the classroom. At Hazelwood School District, led initiatives that enhanced instructional strategies and student engagement. Expert in lesson plan development and classroom management, demonstrating a commitment to achieving positive educational outcomes.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Classroom Teacher
Hazelwood School District
08.2012 - Current
- Planned and conducted activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration and work time that provided students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Completed LETRS training
- Attended Kagan Cooperative Learning Summer Institute and conducted several building workshops to share the strategies
Classroom Teacher
Carondelet Leadership Academy
09.2011 - 06.2012
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Mentored two first year teachers, helping guide them through lesson planning, assessments, and communication with parents.
Classroom Teacher
Riverview Gardens School District
08.2002 - 06.2010
- Planned and implemented after-school tutoring program
- Successfully implemented Reading First using Imagine It, Everyday Math, and the inquiry based RISE Science program
- Employed diverse teaching strategies to effectively address students' various learning styles
Classroom Teacher
St. Louis Public Schools
08.1995 - 06.2002
- Representative at Missouri Institute for Improving Student Achievement in Mathematics
- Planned and conducted a building workshop on Power Writing
- Assisted in planning and implementing the after-school enrichment program
Restaurant General Manager
Taco Bell
07.1986 - 08.1995
- Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
- Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
- Purchased adequate quantities of food, beverages, equipment, and supplies.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
- Oversaw balancing of cash registers, reconciled transactions, and deposited establishment's earnings to bank.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
- Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
- Conducted health, safety, and sanitation process evaluations to identify and remedy any violations immediately.
- Set clear expectations and created positive working environment for employees.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
Webster University
St. Louis, MO05.1995
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Marian College
Indianapolis, IN05.1986
Skills
- Lesson Plan Development
- Classroom Management
- Technology Integration
- Grading procedures
- Student Development
Timeline
Classroom Teacher
Hazelwood School District
08.2012 - Current
Classroom Teacher
Carondelet Leadership Academy
09.2011 - 06.2012
Classroom Teacher
Riverview Gardens School District
08.2002 - 06.2010
Classroom Teacher
St. Louis Public Schools
08.1995 - 06.2002
Restaurant General Manager
Taco Bell
07.1986 - 08.1995
Master of Arts - Teaching
Webster University
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Marian College
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