Sharon R. Painter
Basehor
Summary
Dynamic and highly motivated educator eager to contribute to a progressive school system, bringing exceptional communication and organizational skills. Possesses a robust background in classroom management, lesson planning, and effective teaching methodologies tailored for elementary students. Renowned for fostering a collaborative classroom environment that promotes positive educational outcomes while adeptly adapting to evolving educational needs. Committed to integrating innovative teaching strategies that enhance student engagement and learning experiences.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
2nd-5th Grade General Education Teacher
Usd 204 Bonner Springs/Edwardsville
Bonner Springs, KS
07.2001 - Current
- Developed and implemented lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Utilized diverse instructional strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods to inform instruction.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that promote critical thinking.
- Fostered a supportive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student participation.
- Monitored and tracked student progress, adapting instruction based on individual needs.
- Maintained current knowledge of instructional techniques and available resources.
- Engaged with parents and community stakeholders to build partnerships for student success.
- Enhanced student comprehension by implementing diverse teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Conducted skills assessments to uncover performance gaps.
- Improved classroom management and maintained a positive learning environment through clear communication of expectations and consequences.
- Continually sought professional development opportunities to stay current in educational trends and research, ensuring delivery of high-quality instruction for all students.
- Monitored each student's progress and revamped strategies to maximize success.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance on navigating the challenges of the profession successfully.
- Collaborated with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects, ensuring consistency in the curriculum across subject areas.
- Managed small and large groups of students for classroom and off-site instruction.
- Promoted collaboration among students with group activities and peer review sessions, fostering teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- Provided individual mentoring and special tutoring to struggling students.
- Stayed abreast of latest changes in field by completing training courses and attending conferences.
- Supplemented instruction and increased student understanding with use of audio-visual equipment and other technology.
- Employed variety of assessment tools and strategies to improve instruction methods.
SIXTH GRADE TEACHER
Southwest Charter School
Kansas City, MO
01.2000 - 06.2001
- Excelling in this position providing daily instruction to a diverse population of up to 50 sixth graders; create and implement lesson plans designed to foster individual learning styles and promote student mastery of English, Language Arts, and Science.
- Set high expectations for student behavior and maintain those standards through classroom management techniques and positive reinforcement.
- Assumed additional responsibility, tutoring sixth-grade students in Writing, Reading, and Science in order to improve Stanford Nine testing scores.
- Served on a staff that passed the North Central Accreditation.
STUDENT TEACHER
Glenwood Ridge Elementary School
Basehor, KS
02.2000 - 05.2000
- Taught Language Arts, Reading, and mathematics to a class of 17 second-graders.
- Assured that all lessons planned met or exceeded the curriculum standards.
- Organized materials in such a way that students would find the presentation of skill-building lessons fun to do and non-threatening.
- Communicated with teaching professionals, administrators, parents, and care givers.
PRE-KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
Sunshine Acres Montessori School
Lawrence, KS
01.1994 - 01.1999
- Was responsible for planning and providing a balanced program conducive to the emotional, physical, social, cognitive and creative development of each individual child.
- Participated in an early morning breakfast program and the center’s summer program.
- Provided support and feedback to fellow teachers, assistants, and co-op students.
- Worked with intervention professionals from Bert Nash.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education
Washburn University
Topeka, KS01-2000
Skills
- Instruction and Planning
- Classroom Management
- Assessment and Progress Monitoring
- Communication
- Student Support
- Staying Current with Best Teaching Practices and Professional Development
Accomplishments
- Earned Excellence in Education in 2022
Affiliations
- Member, National Middle School Association.
- Member, National Council of Teachers of Mathematics.
- Member, National Education Association
- Member, Kansas National Education Association
- Member, Bonner Springs Kansas National Education Association
Certification
- Awarded the Kansas Instructional Certificate in Elementary Education.
- Passed the National Teacher’s Exam-General, and Professional Knowledge.
Timeline
2nd-5th Grade General Education Teacher
Usd 204 Bonner Springs/Edwardsville
07.2001 - Current
STUDENT TEACHER
Glenwood Ridge Elementary School
02.2000 - 05.2000
SIXTH GRADE TEACHER
Southwest Charter School
01.2000 - 06.2001
PRE-KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
Sunshine Acres Montessori School
01.1994 - 01.1999
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education
Washburn University