Stephanie M. Faultner
Peoria,AZ
Summary
A dedicated and results-driven education professional with over 7 years of experience in the classroom, leadership roles, and program management. Skilled in delivering engaging instruction, leading teams, coordinating educational programs, and driving student success. Proven ability to foster a positive learning environment, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, and develop initiatives that enhance teaching practices and student outcomes.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Grade Level Teacher Leader, Professional Learning Community (PLC)
Peoria Unified School District
08.2024 - Current
- Lead and facilitate collaborative meetings for the 6th-grade team, working with teachers to implement effective teaching strategies and ensure alignment with curriculum goals
- Serve as a mentor and provide support for new and experienced teachers by offering instructional strategies, resources, and professional development
- Analyze student performance data to identify trends and areas of improvement, providing recommendations to adjust teaching approaches for better student outcomes
- Coordinate and lead PLC initiatives to improve teaching practices, share best practices, and enhance student engagement across the grade level
6th Grade Math Teacher
Peoria Unified School District
08.2022 - Current
- Develop and deliver dynamic, standards-based math lessons for 6th-grade students, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Use a variety of instructional techniques to engage students, including hands-on activities, technology integration, and differentiated instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners
- Create assessments, track student progress, and provide targeted interventions for students who need additional support
- Communicate regularly with parents and guardians to share student progress and collaborate on strategies to support academic growth
- Foster a positive and inclusive classroom culture where students feel supported and motivated to learn
- Ordered and managed educational supplies, materials, and classroom equipment, ensuring that all resources were readily available to support instructional activities and classroom needs
- Maintained meticulous and organized records of IEPs, 504 plans, and ESL documentation, ensuring compliance with state regulations and maintaining confidentiality to protect student privacy
- Monitored and documented student progress through regular assessments and progress tracking, ensuring timely updates in Excel spreadsheets and grade book databases in accordance with mandated timelines for reporting
- Leveraged various educational technologies including LCD projectors, document cameras, and student laptops to enhance student engagement and facilitate interactive learning experiences; proficient in managing and utilizing online student learning platforms
- Managed a diverse classroom of 30+ students, developing and implementing daily schedules and time management strategies to ensure students’ academic progress aligned with state standards, while addressing behavioral issues and resolving peer conflicts effectively
- Served as the class administrator for online student programs, tracking student progress, assigning tasks based on achievement levels, and ensuring that students met required benchmarks and percentage goals
Trip Reduction Program Coordinator
Peoria Unified School District
08.2022 - Current
- Coordinated the district-wide trip reduction program, promoting sustainability and engaging the school community in transportation and environmental initiatives
- Managed logistics, organized events, and collaborated with stakeholders to increase participation and reduce transportation-related costs
- Utilized data analysis to evaluate the success of the program, identify areas for improvement, and communicate results to school leadership
Grade 6- Writing and Technology & Grade 5- All Subjects
PUSD
08.2010 - 06.2012
Grade 5- All Subjects
DVUSD
08.2007 - 05.2010
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ05.2007
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- Student Assessment
- Data Analysis
- Teacher Leadership
- Mentoring
- Professional Learning Communities (PLC) Leadership
- Collaboration
- Teamwork
- Parent Engagement
- Community Engagement
- Program Coordination
- Administration
- Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Time Management Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Diverse Learners
Additional Skills And Activities
- Active participant in school committees and events, such as, TRP Committee, Volunteer Committee, Character Counts Committee and District Grading Committee.
- Volunteer for Choir/Band Concerts and Chaperone Student Council Events.
Professional Development
60+ hours of professional development, conferences, workshops
Timeline
Grade Level Teacher Leader, Professional Learning Community (PLC)
Peoria Unified School District
08.2024 - Current
6th Grade Math Teacher
Peoria Unified School District
08.2022 - Current
Trip Reduction Program Coordinator
Peoria Unified School District
08.2022 - Current
Grade 6- Writing and Technology & Grade 5- All Subjects
PUSD
08.2010 - 06.2012
Grade 5- All Subjects
DVUSD
08.2007 - 05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Education
Northern Arizona University