Susan Cook
Birdsboro,PA
Summary
Versatile and dedicated teacher with a focus on the individual needs of elementary, secondary and special education students. Empathetic and accommodating in the design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Observant to the specific needs of each student.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
PA High School Diploma Program Evaluator
Self Employed
Birdsboro, PA
09.2002 - Current
- Interview students and home school supervisors yearly
- Evaluate student's portfolio and academic progress
- Assist with high school transcript record keeping.
Home School Evaluator
Self Employed
Birdsboro, PA
04.1997 - Current
- Interview students and home school supervisors yearly
- Evaluate student's portfolio and academic progress
- Approve 100% compliance with home school law.
High School & Middle School History Teacher
Community Homeschoolers
Morgantown, PA
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Maintained accurate records of student grades and attendance data.
- Facilitated classroom discussions related to assigned readings and lectures.
- Organized field trips to local historical sites for hands-on learning experiences.
- Incorporated multimedia resources such as videos, slideshows, and audio recordings into lessons.
- Promoted cultural awareness by introducing various customs, beliefs and traditions from different societies throughout history.
- Assigned research papers or special projects related to historical topics.
- Encouraged active participation through group projects and presentations.
- Encouraged students to think critically about historical events and their impact on modern society.
- Provided individual support for students who needed extra help or guidance.
- Created and graded tests, quizzes and other assignments to assess student understanding of course material.
- Assigned tests, quizzes and group projects to assess growth of historical knowledge.
High School & Middle School History Teacher
The Wider School
Elverson, PA
10.2015 - 06.2017
- Maintained accurate records of student grades and attendance data.
- Facilitated classroom discussions related to assigned readings and lectures.
- Organized field trips to local historical sites for hands-on learning experiences.
- Incorporated multimedia resources such as videos, slideshows, and audio recordings into lessons.
- Promoted cultural awareness by introducing various customs, beliefs and traditions from different societies throughout history.
- Assigned research papers or special projects related to historical topics.
- Encouraged active participation through group projects and presentations.
- Encouraged students to think critically about historical events and their impact on modern society.
- Provided individual support for students who needed extra help or guidance.
- Created and graded tests, quizzes and other assignments to assess student understanding of course material.
- Assigned tests, quizzes and group projects to assess growth of historical knowledge.
Supervisor of Homeschool Program
Self Employed
Birdsboro, PA
09.1990 - 06.2014
- Created curriculum and planned course content and methods of instruction
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs
- Graded student work and kept careful records of grades
- Selected textbooks, equipment and other instructional materials.
Homebound Instruction Teacher and Tutor
Governor Mifflin School District
Shillington, PA
09.1980 - 08.1989
- Provided one-on-one tutoring to students.
Elementary Learning Disabilities Teacher K-4
Berks County Intermediate Unit
Shoemakersville, PA
09.1980 - 06.1987
- Gave one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on the entire group
- Self contained classroom
- Worked with staff to coordinate some integration for specific students
- Experience with special-needs students.
Education
Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
TEFL 120 Hour Certification Program
TEFL.org/UK03-2024
Bachelor of Science - Dual Certificate: Special Education MR/PH and Elementary Education
Kutztown State College
Kutztown, PA12-1979
Post graduate credits from: Kutztown University, Penn State University. Marywood College. Albright College. BCIU Credit Courses
Skills
- Teaching/tutoring 44 years experience
- Student-centered learning
- Positive and encouraging
- Kind and empathetic educator
- Positive and enthusiastic
- Organized and structured
Timeline
High School & Middle School History Teacher
Community Homeschoolers
08.2017 - 06.2019
High School & Middle School History Teacher
The Wider School
10.2015 - 06.2017
PA High School Diploma Program Evaluator
Self Employed
09.2002 - Current
Home School Evaluator
Self Employed
04.1997 - Current
Supervisor of Homeschool Program
Self Employed
09.1990 - 06.2014
Homebound Instruction Teacher and Tutor
Governor Mifflin School District
09.1980 - 08.1989
Elementary Learning Disabilities Teacher K-4
Berks County Intermediate Unit
09.1980 - 06.1987
Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
TEFL 120 Hour Certification Program
Bachelor of Science - Dual Certificate: Special Education MR/PH and Elementary Education
Kutztown State College
Post graduate credits from: Kutztown University, Penn State University. Marywood College. Albright College. BCIU Credit Courses
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