Susan Dunham
Palmer,AK
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Teacher
Matanuska Susitna School District
Palmer, AK
08.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach students in grades 6-8.
- Organized field trips to enhance classroom instruction.
- Utilized various teaching methods, such as lectures, demonstrations, group activities, and hands-on learning.
- Maintained a safe classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Motivated students with positive reinforcement techniques to encourage engagement in the classroom.
- Collaborated with other teachers and staff members on interdisciplinary projects and initiatives.
Middle School Teacher
Matanuska Susitna School District
Palmer
09.1991 - 05.2019
- Cultivated relationships with parents to ensure their understanding of student progress and behavior.
- Coached sports teams after school hours.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in teaching methodology.
- Presented educational material in an interesting manner that kept students engaged.
Ground Radio Operator
NE and CA Air National Guard
Hayward, CA
08.1983 - 09.1990
- Maintained communication with field personnel by utilizing radio frequencies and protocols.
- Monitored emergency broadcasts, responded to distress calls, and relayed messages to appropriate authorities.
- Operated a variety of radio equipment including base station radios, mobile radios, and portable radios.
- Assisted in training other personnel on the proper usage of communication devices and procedures.
- Identified areas where improvements could be made to existing communications systems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Lincoln, NE05-1985
MBA - Education
University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage, AKSkills
- Academic Performance Evaluations
- Tutoring experience
- MS Office proficient
- Public speaking expert
- Behavior Management
- Hands-on learning
- Organizational ability
Timeline
Middle School Teacher
Matanuska Susitna School District
08.2021 - Current
Middle School Teacher
Matanuska Susitna School District
09.1991 - 05.2019
Ground Radio Operator
NE and CA Air National Guard
08.1983 - 09.1990
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
MBA - Education
University of Alaska Anchorage