Upbeat 1st grade teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
1st Grade Teacher
Wilkes Barre Area School District
11.2010 - Current
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
Sourced supplies to fill gaps in student activities.
Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
Incorporated technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
Education
Masters In Early Childhood Intervention - Ed
Marywood University
Scranton, PA
05.2015
Elementary & Special Education -
Salve Regina University
Newport, RI
05.2010
Skills
Student Needs Assessments
Maintain Order
Plan Lessons
Student Monitoring
Class Engagement
Smart Board Technology
Arts Integration
Special Projects
Lunch and Recess Supervision
Time Management
Promote Literacy
Interactive Media
Positive Reinforcement
Class Encouragement
Safe, Positive Learning Environment
Class Management
Team Collaboration
Timeline
1st Grade Teacher
Wilkes Barre Area School District
11.2010 - Current
Masters In Early Childhood Intervention - Ed
Marywood University
Elementary & Special Education -
Salve Regina University
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