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Sundae Peterson

Shelby Township,MI

Summary

Upbeat and candidate devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

2nd Grade Teacher

Bethlehem Church And School
08.2019 - 06.2023
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
  • Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.

1st Grade Teacher

Vassar Public Schools
08.2015 - 06.2018
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
  • Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
  • Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.

Kindergarten Teacher

Mt. Morris Consolidated Schools
08.2012 - 07.2015
  • Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
  • Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
  • Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
  • Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.
  • Created child-centered learning environment characterized by consistent application of sound mental health and educational psychology practices.

Building Response to Intervention Specialist

Mt. Morris Consolidated Schools
08.2011 - 08.2012
  • Prepared accurate case history records.
  • Established trusting and friendly relationships with parents and colleagues.
  • Maintained records of ongoing assessments and documentation of updates.
  • Met with teachers to establish goals for students in intervention program.
  • Developed intervention plans based on established guidelines and individual needs.
  • Assessed students using effective testing instruments and tools.
  • Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/Child Development/Mathematics

Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI
12.1994

Skills

  • Field Trip Organization
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Standards Compliance
  • Safety Awareness
  • Team Collaboration
  • Instructional Strategies
  • Family Involvement
  • Continuous Improvement Planning
  • Class Engagement
  • District Standards
  • Curriculum Management
  • Play-Based Learning
  • Organizational Skills
  • Curriculum Planning and Implementation
  • Expectation Management
  • Setting Learning Targets
  • Safe, Positive Learning Environment

Certification

Child Development major with a ZA endorsement

Timeline

2nd Grade Teacher

Bethlehem Church And School
08.2019 - 06.2023

1st Grade Teacher

Vassar Public Schools
08.2015 - 06.2018

Kindergarten Teacher

Mt. Morris Consolidated Schools
08.2012 - 07.2015

Building Response to Intervention Specialist

Mt. Morris Consolidated Schools
08.2011 - 08.2012

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/Child Development/Mathematics

Central Michigan University
Sundae Peterson