Accomplished educator with a track record of fostering student success and emotional well-being at Centerville-Abington Schools. Proficient in Differentiated Instruction and Parent-Teacher Communication, enhancing academic growth and classroom management. Proven ability to develop inclusive curriculum plans, achieving significant improvements in student assessment outcomes. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Centerville-Abington Schools
08.2019 - Current
Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
Utilized assessment data to modify instruction and target areas of weakness for individual students.
5th Grade Teacher
Hagerstown Elementary School
09.2018 - 07.2019
Participated actively in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices in teaching 5th grade students.
Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, modifying instruction as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons, connecting subject matter across various topics.
Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods, including visual aids, group activities, and hands-on experiences.
Organized extracurricular activities to enhance overall school experience for students, such as clubs or field trips related to course topics.
Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
Taught core subjects of science and writing.
2nd Grade Teacher
Fayette County Schools
07.2016 - 03.2018
Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in the educational process.
Differentiated instruction to meet unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Managed classroom effectively using positive discipline techniques and behavior management plans tailored to individual student needs.
Education
Masters Of Administration -
Ball State University
Muncie, IN
07.2025
Science Of Education -
Indiana University East
Richmond, IN
05.2016
Skills
Differentiated Instruction
Parent-Teacher Communication
Behavior Management
Curriculum Planning and Development
Documentation and Record Keeping
Student assessment
Community Involvement
Centerville Fire/Rescue Auxiliary Member
Co-President of Alpha Omicron Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma