Spencer Anderson
Billings,MT
Summary
Dedicated educator possessing expertise in classroom management, curriculum design and development and differentiated instruction. Enthusiastic educator skillful in designing challenging and enriching activities for students. Commended for flexible teaching style and willingness to work beyond call of duty.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Gifted and Talented Teacher
Billings Public Schools
08.2016 - Current
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary units, enhancing students' understanding of core concepts across subjects.
- Enhanced critical thinking skills through the integration of inquiry-based learning methods within the curriculum.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current with educational trends and best practices in gifted education.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
REGULAR EDUCATION TEACHER, FIRST GRADE
Beartooth Elementary and Highland Elementary Schools
08.2009 - 08.2016
- Mentored student teachers in classroom management techniques and student-centered pedagogy.
- Improved student literacy levels by implementing targeted reading strategies and interventions.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed.
REGULAR EDUCATION TEACHER, FIRST GRADE
Whittier Elementary School
08.2008 - 06.2009
REGULAR EDUCATION TEACHER, FIRST GRADE, THIRD GRADE
North Star Elementary School
09.2004 - 05.2008
Education
Master of Education -
Montana State University Billings
Billings, MT01.2004
Bachelor of Arts in Communication -
University of Montana
Missoula, MT01.1999
Skills
- Interpersonal and Social Skills
- Project-based learning
- STEM Education
- Relationship Building
- Gifted Curriculum Alignment
- Intellectual Challenge
- Team Teaching and Collaboration
- Positive Learning Environment
Certification
State of Montana Class 1 Professional Teaching License – Issued 07/01/24
Elementary K-8
School Counseling K-12 (Class 1 or 2)
Timeline
Gifted and Talented Teacher
Billings Public Schools
08.2016 - Current
REGULAR EDUCATION TEACHER, FIRST GRADE
Beartooth Elementary and Highland Elementary Schools
08.2009 - 08.2016
REGULAR EDUCATION TEACHER, FIRST GRADE
Whittier Elementary School
08.2008 - 06.2009
REGULAR EDUCATION TEACHER, FIRST GRADE, THIRD GRADE
North Star Elementary School
09.2004 - 05.2008
Master of Education -
Montana State University Billings
Bachelor of Arts in Communication -
University of Montana
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