Sharon Williams
Teacher
Oakland,CA
Summary
Accomplished educator with a proven track record at St. Leander School, adept in classroom management and curriculum development. Excelled in fostering inclusive learning environments and enhancing student engagement through differentiated instruction. Demonstrated excellence in relationship building and leveraging classroom technology to enrich learning experiences.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher- Grade 4
Northern Light School
3710 Dorisa Avenue, Oakland CA 94605
08.2020 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Teacher - Grade 5
St. Leander School
451 Davis Street, San Leandro CA 94577
08.2013 - 06.2019
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
Teacher- Grade 3
St. Leander School
451 Davis Street, San Leandro CA 94577
08.2003 - 06.2013
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Head Teacher- Grade 1
St. Paschal Baylon Elementary
3710 Dorisa Avenue, Oakland CA 94605
08.2002 - 06.2003
- Collaborated with colleagues for curriculum development, sharing best practices and creating interdisciplinary units.
- Incorporated social-emotional learning into daily lessons, promoting empathy, self-awareness, and responsible decision-making among students.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication to support student success both inside and outside the classroom.
- Utilized formative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly for optimal learning outcomes.
- Adapted lesson plans to meet the needs of diverse learners, ensuring all students were challenged appropriately and supported in their academic growth.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Concordia University, Irvine
1530 Irvine CA 9261212-2024
Teacher Credentialing Program
Patten University
2433 Coolidge Avenue, Oakland CA 94601Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZSkills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Growth mindset
- Dispute Mediation
- Group and individual instruction
- Learning strategies
- Curriculum development
- Classroom technology
- Student rapport
- Cooperative learning experience
- Cultural sensitivity
- Elementary education
- Learning assessments
- Faculty collaboration
- Digital literacy
- Classwork assignment
- Social-emotional learning
- Formative assessments and Standard-based grading
- Differentiated instruction
Timeline
Teacher- Grade 4
Northern Light School
08.2020 - Current
Teacher - Grade 5
St. Leander School
08.2013 - 06.2019
Teacher- Grade 3
St. Leander School
08.2003 - 06.2013
Head Teacher- Grade 1
St. Paschal Baylon Elementary
08.2002 - 06.2003
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Concordia University, Irvine
Teacher Credentialing Program
Patten University
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix