Staci Pinkerton
Claremore,Oklahoma
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Developmental Class Teacher
JustusTiawah Schools
Claremore, United States
09.2023 - Current
- Participated in ongoing professional development, staying current with best practices in education and bringing fresh ideas to the classroom.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering a sense of community within the classroom.
- Mentored new paraprofessionals in effective instructional practices, contributing to their professional growth and success in the classroom.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Implemented assessment strategies that accurately measured student understanding, guiding data-driven instruction for improved outcomes.
Teacher
JustusTiawah
Claremore, United States
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Teacher
Chengdu International School-China
Chengdu, China
09.2017 - 05.2021
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
Instructional Coach
Community Action Project Of Tulsa County
Tulsa, United States
08.2012 - 06.2017
- Boosted teacher morale through regular recognition events celebrating success stories from classrooms across the campus.
- Supported data-driven instruction by assisting teachers with analyzing assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by collaborating with administrators, staff, and parents on various initiatives.
- Coordinated school-wide events including parent-teacher conferences, open houses, literacy nights, enriching community connections.
Lead Teacher
Community Action Project Tulsa
Tulsa
01.2011 - 07.2015
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
- Served as a member of the school''s leadership team, participating in strategic planning efforts aimed at continuous improvement initiatives.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Northeaster State University
Tahlequah, United StatesMaster of Education - Education
Carin University
Philadelphia, United States08.2021
Skills
- Group and individual instruction
- Progress Reporting
- Collaborative learning
- Small Group Instruction
Certification
- Licensed Early Childhood
- Licensed Elementary Education
Quote
Everyone is smart in different ways. But if you judge a fish on its ability to climb a tree, it will spend its whole life thinking that it's stupid.
Lynda Hunt
Timeline
Developmental Class Teacher
JustusTiawah Schools
09.2023 - Current
Teacher
JustusTiawah
08.2021 - 05.2023
Teacher
Chengdu International School-China
09.2017 - 05.2021
Instructional Coach
Community Action Project Of Tulsa County
08.2012 - 06.2017
Lead Teacher
Community Action Project Tulsa
01.2011 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Northeaster State University
Master of Education - Education
Carin University