Sue Hutchins
Clyde,MI
Summary
Accomplished Teacher with a proven track record at Port Huron Area School District, excelling in classroom management and student engagement. Leveraged critical thinking and motivating strategies to enhance learning outcomes, achieving significant improvements in student performance. Actively pursued professional development, becoming a key mentor for new educators and fostering a collaborative learning environment.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
East Shore Leadership Academy
10.2015 - 05.2024
- 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.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Teacher
Port Huron Area School District
09.1980 - 06.2014
- 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.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
Education
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Oakland University
Rochester, MI05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI06.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Education, Learning Disabilities, Psychology
Nazareth College
Kalamazoo, Michigan06.1976
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Motivating students
- Behavior Management
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Student Engagement
- Learning Strategies
- Alternative Learning Methods
- Student rapport
- Collaborative learning
- Group and individual instruction
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
Certification
- CPR, Blue Water Red Cross , August 2024
- Run, Hide , Fight Virtual Learning Training - September 2024
- Fire Safety, Virtual Learning Training September 2024
- Hazardous Material, Virtual Learning, September 2024
- Sexual Harassment, Virtual Learning Training 2024
- OSHA , Virtual Learning Training, September 2024
- HIPPA Laws, Virtual Learning Training, September 2024
Timeline
Teacher
East Shore Leadership Academy
10.2015 - 05.2024
Teacher
Port Huron Area School District
09.1980 - 06.2014
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Oakland University
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Arts - Education, Learning Disabilities, Psychology
Nazareth College
- CPR, Blue Water Red Cross , August 2024
- Run, Hide , Fight Virtual Learning Training - September 2024
- Fire Safety, Virtual Learning Training September 2024
- Hazardous Material, Virtual Learning, September 2024
- Sexual Harassment, Virtual Learning Training 2024
- OSHA , Virtual Learning Training, September 2024
- HIPPA Laws, Virtual Learning Training, September 2024
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