Susan Hill
Rogers,AR
Summary
Innovative educator utilizing educational technology to improve learning outcomes. Demonstrated success in developing engaging lesson plans and effectively assessing student performance, resulting in enhanced academic achievement and critical thinking skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Rogers Public Schools
Rogers, Arkansas
08.2004 - Current
- Designed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Utilized educational technology tools to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods and provided feedback.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching methods and skills.
- Attended professional development sessions to stay up-to-date on current trends in education.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and prepared reports.
- Integrated technology into daily lessons to enhance student engagement and understanding of concepts.
- Encouraged critical thinking through questioning techniques, discussions, and problem-solving tasks.
- Provided feedback on student work in order to promote growth in knowledge acquisition skills.
- Created a positive classroom environment that fosters respect for diversity, encourages collaboration among peers, and promotes self-regulation skills.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan, discuss, and assess learning outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, including grades, attendance, and homework completion.
- Implemented multiple methods to improve student educational success.
- Created customized grading rubrics andpowerful assessment tools.
- Guided students in the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Prepared, administered, and graded daily work and tests to evaluate students' progress.
- Administered and graded class tests to evaluate student progress and comprehension.
- Explored foundational learning concepts with students through hands-on activities, videos, and class discussions.
- Integrated variety of educational programs to develop a strong academic foundation.
- Employed online learning management systems and other diverse instructional resources to offer students remote assistance with assignments.
Kindergarten Virtual Teacher
Rogers Public Schools
Rogers, Arkansas
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning needs.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain a positive environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum and instructional strategies.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback regularly.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress and concerns.
- Utilized technology to support teaching and streamline administrative tasks.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real-world situations.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and online resources to enhance instruction.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
- Used videos, lectures, and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information, and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Technology
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, Arkansas, AR05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Central Arkansas
Conway, Arkansas, AR12-1995
Doctor of Education - Learning Designs And Technology
University of South Carolina
Columbia, South Carolina, SCSkills
- Lesson planning and curriculum design
- Classroom management
- Student assessment and evaluation
- Educational technology integration
- Collaborative teaching strategies
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Danish
Limited
American Sign Language
Limited
Timeline
Kindergarten Virtual Teacher
Rogers Public Schools
08.2020 - 05.2021
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Rogers Public Schools
08.2004 - Current
Master of Science - Educational Technology
University of Arkansas
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Central Arkansas
Doctor of Education - Learning Designs And Technology
University of South Carolina