Teaching Philosophy
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Specialized Training
Timeline

Stephanie Duxbury

The Ellis School
Epping,NH
25
years of professional experience

Experienced former middle school classroom Educator offering a 25-year track record of proven expertise with students. Looking to continue to work with students in another capacity. Committed to creating meaningful connections both academically and personally to foster student success through an inclusive, safe, and engaging learning environment. Skillful in meeting students "where they are" with positive and forward-thinking approaches.

Work History

Language Arts, Social Studies, & ELA Skills Teache

1 Year 10 Months
The Ellis School | 08.2024 - 06.2026
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment, promoting collaboration and respect among students.
  • Integrated technology into curriculum to facilitate interactive learning experiences.

Educator

10 Months
Iber Holmes Gove Middle School | 08.2023 - 06.2024

Grade 7 and 8 Language Arts LAB Teacher

  • Identified struggling students and provided additional support through modified lesson plans
  • Engaged students through interactive teaching methods, including group projects and hands-on activities, fostering collaboration and deeper learning.

Educator

21 Years 10 Months
West Running Brook Middle School | 08.2001 - 06.2023

Grade 7 Language Arts Teacher

  • Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to tailor learning experiences, ensuring all students received appropriate support.

Educator

6 Years 10 Months
Gilbert H. Hood Middle School | 08.2011 - 06.2018

Grade 8 Literature Teacher

  • Instructed grade eight Literature for over ninety students annually for seven years, fostering a love for reading and critical thinking.
  • Assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations, adapting instruction as necessary.
  • Responsible for additional section of teaching for Language Arts Intervention.

Education

Bachelors of Science - Elementary Education With Language Emphasis

University of Maine At Farmington | Farmington, ME | 09-2000
  • Minor in Psychology

Skills

Differentiation of instruction
Technology integration
Classroom management
Behavior management
Reading comprehension strategies

Specialized Training

  • Verbal De-Escalation Training
  • Competency Education Grades 6-8
  • SOS ~ Signs of Suicide
  • ICS ~ Incident Command System Training
  • Active Shooter Training
  • Culture of Autism

Timeline

Language Arts, Social Studies, & ELA Skills Teache

The Ellis School
08.2024 - 06.2026Read More

Educator

Iber Holmes Gove Middle School
08.2023 - 06.2024Read More

Educator

Gilbert H. Hood Middle School
08.2011 - 06.2018Read More

Educator

West Running Brook Middle School
08.2001 - 06.2023Read More

University of Maine At Farmington

Bachelors of Science from Elementary Education With Language Emphasis
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Stephanie Duxbury