Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Elementary Teacher
University Of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL
Student Teacher Intern
01.2001 - 05.2001
Job overview
I was hired as a full-time teacher following student teaching practicum, instructing all academic subject areas to classrooms of up to 28 5th grade students.
Caring teacher with 13 years experience with 5th-grade students, 8 years experience with 4th-grade students, and 1 year with 6th grade students.
Strong background in Elementary Education, Arts, Math, Language, and Problem Solving.
Dedicated to creating stable learning environments and inspiring students to do their best.
Key Contributions: Earned high marks for the quality and creativity of classroom teaching, lesson plans and instructional materials used in teaching diverse subjects (e.g., language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, and history)
Developed innovative approaches that were repeatedly held up as the model standard for meeting district goals in areas including technology integration across the curriculum, experiential learning, literacy, and diversity
Taught general education students as well as individuals with learning challenges and special needs within a mainstreamed, inclusive classroom
Consistently commended for ability to redirect students exhibiting behavior problems by replacing disruptive, unproductive patterns with positive behaviors
Actively served on a variety of school committees and task forces focused on curriculum development, textbook review, fundraising, and anti-bullying efforts
Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers, and school administrators/staff