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Sue Gunderman

Walker,MI

Summary

Experienced educator with a track record of fostering student engagement and academic success for over 32 years. Expertise in classroom oversight, course planning and behavior management. Successful at collaborating with teachers, administrative leaders and support specialists to meet individual student needs. Committed to encouraging higher-order thinking to increase student performance.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

6th Grade Teacher

NorthPointe Christian Schools
08.1998 - 06.2023
  • Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
  • Managed afterschool tutoring program, providing additional support for struggling students to achieve academic success.
  • Developed data-driven instructional strategies to address individual student needs and improve academic outcomes.
  • Built strong relationships with students, parents, and staff to foster a supportive school community.

8th-10th Grade Teacher

West Michigan Academy Of Environmental Science
08.1997 - 06.1998
  • 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.

K-12th Grade Substitute Teacher

Coopersville Public Schools
08.1996 - 06.1997
  • 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.

K-12th Grade Substitute Teacher

Kenowa Public Schools
08.1996 - 06.1997
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.

7th-12th Grade Teacher

Laingsburg Christian School
08.1993 - 06.1996
  • 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.

5th-9th Grade Teacher

Perry Baptist Christian School
08.1991 - 06.1993
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods and strategies.
  • Provided individualized support to struggling learners through targeted interventions, resulting in improved academic performance.
  • Promoted positive behavior among students by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent discipline policies.
  • Organized school-wide events such as field trips, guest speakers, and extracurricular clubs to enrich the educational experience for all students.

K-6th Grade Substitute Teacher

Ovid-Elsie Public Schools
08.1990 - 06.1991
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.

K-6th Grade Substitute Teacher

Grand Rapids Public Schools
08.1981 - 06.1982
  • 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.

Education

Master of Arts - Education

Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI

Bachelor of Arts - Language Arts

Cornerstone University
Grand Rapids, MI

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Calvin College
Grand Rapids, MI

Skills

Parent-Teacher Communication

Student Engagement

Collaborative learning

Subject knowledge

Project-based learning

Mathematics Teaching

Problem-solving skills

Team Collaboration

Classroom Management

Positive Role Model and Mentor

Organizational ability

Lesson Planning

Timeline

6th Grade Teacher

NorthPointe Christian Schools
08.1998 - 06.2023

8th-10th Grade Teacher

West Michigan Academy Of Environmental Science
08.1997 - 06.1998

K-12th Grade Substitute Teacher

Coopersville Public Schools
08.1996 - 06.1997

K-12th Grade Substitute Teacher

Kenowa Public Schools
08.1996 - 06.1997

7th-12th Grade Teacher

Laingsburg Christian School
08.1993 - 06.1996

5th-9th Grade Teacher

Perry Baptist Christian School
08.1991 - 06.1993

K-6th Grade Substitute Teacher

Ovid-Elsie Public Schools
08.1990 - 06.1991

K-6th Grade Substitute Teacher

Grand Rapids Public Schools
08.1981 - 06.1982

Master of Arts - Education

Grand Valley State University

Bachelor of Arts - Language Arts

Cornerstone University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Calvin College

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