Suzanne Billgert
Franklin
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Sparta School District, adept at fostering student engagement and academic growth through innovative instructional strategies. Proven ability in behavior modification and special education support, effectively collaborating with parents and staff to enhance learning outcomes. Skilled in adapting lesson plans to diverse learning styles, ensuring all students thrive.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Sparta School District
Sparta
09.2021 - Current
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and record keeping
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules
- Encouraged open communication between teachers and parents about student progress.
- Utilized various teaching techniques to motivate students and foster their academic growth.
- Assisted with classroom instruction, following lesson plans and providing additional support to students.
- Organized educational games or projects that reinforce concepts taught in class.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure a positive learning environment for students.
- Adapted lesson plans to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Created an atmosphere conducive to learning by displaying enthusiasm for teaching subjects.
- Instructed small groups or individual students who need extra help or attention.
- Provided guidance to struggling learners by offering alternative methods of instruction.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and behavior reports.
- Modified instructional materials as needed for special education students.
- Collaborated with regular teachers to ensure continuity of instruction.
- Adapted teaching methods to meet diverse student learning styles.
- Communicated effectively with parents about student progress and concerns.
Instructional Paraprofessional
Sussex County Technical School
Sparta
09.2017 - 06.2021
- Assisted teachers in implementing behavior management strategies for students with challenging behaviors.
- Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with struggling learners.
- Provided feedback on student work using appropriate verbal praise or constructive criticism.
- Instructed students in basic skills such as reading comprehension, writing techniques, mathematics computation.
- Implemented accommodations for special education students as outlined in their IEPs.
- Facilitated small group instruction for students with special needs.
- Collaborated with other paraprofessionals, teachers, administrators, and parents to provide an optimal learning experience for students.
- Liaised with team of professionals to implement comprehensive educational action plans for special needs and at-risk students.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
- Graded assignments and tests and documented results into filing systems.
- Organized student performance and enrichment activities to facilitate learning.
- Administered standardized tests according to established procedures.
- Complied with instructor-developed IEPs and made informed recommendations for adjustments.
Human Resources Administrative Assistant
CommonHealth Pharmaceutical Advertising Agency
Parsippany
04.1999 - 12.1999
- Assisted with meetings and presentations within company.
- Delivered friendly assistance with new hires throughout interviewing and hiring process.
- Recruited and screened qualified potential employees.
- Maintained and scheduled complex calendars.
- Set up orientations and initial training for new employees.
- Prepared monthly, weekly and daily logs using Microsoft Office Suite.
- Processed documentation for employee actions such as new hires, grievance resolutions and terminations.
California State University Hayward
Administrative Assistant To Department Chair
Hayward
09.1989 - 06.1996
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Monitored supervisor's work calendar and scheduled appointments, meetings and travel.
- Handled client correspondence and tracked records to foster office efficiency.
- Generated reports and typed letters in Word and prepared PowerPoint presentations.
- Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
- Monitored premises, screened visitors, updated logs and issued passes to maintain security.
- Performed research to collect and record industry data.
Education
Master of Science - Human Resource Management
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO09-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University - East Bay
Hayward, CA06.1996
Associate of Arts - General Education
Canada Junior College
Redwood City, CA06-1991
Skills
- Small/Individual Group Tutoring
- Student Progress Reporting
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Behavior modification
- Special education support
- Team collaboration
- Instructional support
- Tutoring techniques
- Engagement strategies
- Conflict resolution
- Test proctoring
- Classroom organization
- Verbal and written communication
- Multi-subject instruction
- Smartboard technology
- Activity planning
- Special education
- Discipline
- Adaptable
- IEP documentation
- Elementary education
- Parent-teacher communication
- Student motivation
- Instructional Improvisation
Personal Information
Title: Substitute Teacher, K-12
Employment break from January 2000-2017 due to raising my three children as a stay-at-home mother.
Certification
- International TEFL English As Second Language
- International TEFL Business English Certificate
- Substitute Teacher Certification
Languages
English
Full Professional
Affiliations
- Co-director of Afternoon Student Center-Sussex County Technical School
- Private Tutor-Sussex County Technical School
- Dover High School Activity Event Employee for Sports and School Fundraising Events
- Girl Scout Leader
- Recreational Cheerleading Coach
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Sparta School District
09.2021 - Current
Instructional Paraprofessional
Sussex County Technical School
09.2017 - 06.2021
Human Resources Administrative Assistant
CommonHealth Pharmaceutical Advertising Agency
04.1999 - 12.1999
California State University Hayward
Administrative Assistant To Department Chair
09.1989 - 06.1996
Master of Science - Human Resource Management
Colorado State University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University - East Bay
Associate of Arts - General Education
Canada Junior College
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