Suzanne Harris
Charlottesville,VA
Summary
Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.
My focus has been on learning about the Science of Reading and implementing instruction to support foundational skills in Kindergarten.
I have also focused on using math workshop to support foundational skills in math. I have used Investigations and supplemental materials to help students master the new VA SOL's.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Charlottesville City Schools
08.2020 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- LETRS Trained
- Orton Gillingham trained
- Team Leader - 22-24
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Teacher
Albemarle County Schools
08.2013 - 07.2020
- Taught 2nd and 3rd grade in Spanish Immersion program
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Prepared students for SOL testing
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
Teacher
Charlottesville City Schools
08.1999 - 07.2007
- Taught Kindergarten and First grade
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI06.1995
High School Diploma -
Racine Lutheran High School
Racine, WI06.1989
Timeline
Teacher
Charlottesville City Schools
08.2020 - Current
Teacher
Albemarle County Schools
08.2013 - 07.2020
Teacher
Charlottesville City Schools
08.1999 - 07.2007
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
High School Diploma -
Racine Lutheran High School
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