SUSAN P. FORTIN
Teacher
Henderson,NV
Summary
Elementary School teacher for 31 years. Experience teaching grades 2-5. Master's Degree in Elementary Education and an ED.S degree in Leadership and Administration. Seeking a position as a classroom teacher in the Clark County School District. Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Experienced mentor teacher for student teachers and first year teachers. Acted as grade level chair.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Classroom Teacher
David M. Cox Elementary School
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
Clark County School District Classroom Teacher
Edwards Elementary School
Las Vegas , Nevada
08.2017 - 05.2022
- For grades 3, 4 and 5
- Member of leadership team and grade level lead
- Conducted lesson study for colleagues
- Designed and implemented TIPSS(Teachers Involving Parents for Student Success) program
- Mentor teacher for student teacher
Classroom Teacher
JR Hummel ES
08.2024 - Current
- Third grade classroom teacher
- Grade level chair
- Implemented HMH, Savass Math, 95 phonics
- Worked with grade level team to write lesson plans and used district pacing guides to plan instruction
- Mentored a first year teacher
Classroom teacher
Cherry Hill Public Schools Sharp School and Woodcrest Elementary, School
Cherry Hill, New Jersey
09.2002 - 06.2017
- Responsible for teaching all subject areas, testing, and classroom management
- Character Education Co-Chair, Trained in Leader in Me Program
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans
- Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
Classroom Teacher
New York City Public Schools, Queens
Queens, NY
09.1995 - 06.2002
- For various grade levels, including English Language Learners
- Instructed groups of up to 30 students and provided individual support
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students
Education
Education Specialist - Education Administration Management And Policy
Seton Hall University
East Orange New Jersey 06.2015
Master's Degree - Elementary Education
College of Staten Island of The City University of New York
Staten Island, NY06.1998
Bachelor of Arts degree - Science, Letter And Society
College of Staten Island
Staten Island, NY06.1993
Skills
Trained in Leader and Me
Character Education Co-Chair
Trained in Standards Based Grading
Trained in Kagan Strategies
Trained in Eureka Math
Grade level lead for 3 years
Developed TIPSS program
Accomplishments
Mentor teacher for UNLV Student Teacher - Assisting student teachers with lesson planning, classroom management and instructional skill development.
Completed a 12 credit program through UNLV and RPDP in Educational Leadership.
Nominated for Heart of Education Award
Timeline
Classroom Teacher
JR Hummel ES
08.2024 - Current
Classroom Teacher
David M. Cox Elementary School
08.2022 - 05.2024
Clark County School District Classroom Teacher
Edwards Elementary School
08.2017 - 05.2022
Classroom teacher
Cherry Hill Public Schools Sharp School and Woodcrest Elementary, School
09.2002 - 06.2017
Classroom Teacher
New York City Public Schools, Queens
09.1995 - 06.2002
Education Specialist - Education Administration Management And Policy
Seton Hall University
Master's Degree - Elementary Education
College of Staten Island of The City University of New York
Bachelor of Arts degree - Science, Letter And Society
College of Staten Island
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