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Stephanie Cates

Sedro-Woolley,WA

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Sedro Woolley School District 101, excelling in classroom management and relationship building. Recognized for fostering student engagement through implementing creative lesson plans and using positive reinforcement strategies. Committed to differentiated instruction, ensuring all students thrive in a supportive learning environment.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher

Sedro Woolley School District 101
05.2018 - Current
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.

Choir, Guitar, World Music Drumming Teacher

Sedro Woolley School District 101
08.2005 - 06.2013
  • 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.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
  • Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.

Education

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction

University of Phoenix
Phoenix
12-2008

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

Northwest Nazarene University
Nampa, ID
12-2004

Bachelor of Arts - Music

Northwest Nazarene University
Nampa, ID
05-2004

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Adaptable
  • Relationship building and management
  • Student engagement
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Creativity in teaching
  • Lesson plan implementation
  • Behavior modeling
  • Differentiated instruction

Timeline

Substitute Teacher

Sedro Woolley School District 101
05.2018 - Current

Choir, Guitar, World Music Drumming Teacher

Sedro Woolley School District 101
08.2005 - 06.2013

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

Northwest Nazarene University

Bachelor of Arts - Music

Northwest Nazarene University

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