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
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Olentangy Local Schools
Olentangy Meadows, Lewis Center, Ohio
07.2007 - Current
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
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.
Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.