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Susan Roche

16224 Wright Circle

Summary

Dedicated and student-focused educator seeking a teaching position where I can create engaging lessons to support diverse learners, and foster academic and personal growth.

Knowledgeable educator with strong foundation in creating engaging lesson plans and fostering positive learning environment. Proven track record of enhancing student understanding and performance in mathematics. Demonstrated ability to utilize innovative teaching methods and collaborate effectively with colleagues to achieve educational goals.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

St. Stephen the Martyr Catholic School
01.2011 - Current
  • Taught a variety of grade levels (4th to 8th) and subjects. I have taught math for 4th - 8th graders, including Geometry, Algebra, and Pre-algebra. Also have taught Social Studies, Religion, and Language Arts to a variety of grade levels.
  • Created and implemented all lesson plans for students to succeed at their differentiated level using GRR (gradual release of responsibility).
  • Met weekly, with grade level teachers, working as a team to meet the individual needs of the students.
  • Analyzed STAR testing results and used them to align student skills with IXL
  • Mentored new staff members throughout the year(s)
  • Used Love and Logic in the classroom
  • Developed positive relationships with students, parents, staff and administration
  • Responsible for creating our weekly grade level communication newsletter to parents
  • Created the 5th/6th grade safety patrol schedule, communicated it to parents and posted on our SSM


COMMITTEES

- Academic Excellence Committee - Met quarterly to review the goals and actions steps in the strategic plan.

- Academic Excellence Subcommittee: Math - focused on aligning math curriculum with grade levels


Middle School Math Teacher

St. Thomas More Catholic School
01.2007 - 01.2011
  • Developed plans and taught 6th, 7th and 8th graders
  • Differentiated instruction to meet the needs of the students

Self-contained elementary classroom teacher

Gilder Elementary School
01.2006 - 01.2007
  • Responsible for creating all lesson plans for a 2nd grade classroom

Self-contained elementary classroom teacher

Mary Our Queen Catholic School
01.2000 - 01.2006
  • Responsible for creating all lesson plans for a 3rd grade classroom

Education

Bachelor of Science - Education K-6

University of Nebraska At Omaha
Omaha, NE

Skills

  • Smartboard operation
  • Google classroom, IXL , FACTS, Sycamore, Apple products
  • Lesson planning
  • Classroom management
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Mathematical proficiency
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Individualized instruction
  • Team collaboration

AWARDS

Star 104.5 Teacher of the week (2022-2023) 

St. Stephen the Martyr Teacher of the Year (2023-2024)

Timeline

Teacher

St. Stephen the Martyr Catholic School
01.2011 - Current

Middle School Math Teacher

St. Thomas More Catholic School
01.2007 - 01.2011

Self-contained elementary classroom teacher

Gilder Elementary School
01.2006 - 01.2007

Self-contained elementary classroom teacher

Mary Our Queen Catholic School
01.2000 - 01.2006

Bachelor of Science - Education K-6

University of Nebraska At Omaha