Dynamic educator from Tulare City School District, excelling in classroom management and fostering growth mindsets. Spearheaded interactive teaching and digital literacy integration, enhancing student engagement and achievement. Renowned for building strong relationships and leading peer professional development, embodying a positive role model with a knack for project-based learning.
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Teri Naff
Teacher
Visalia,CA
Summary
Overview
10
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Tulare City School District
Teacher
08.2014 - Current
Job overview
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Led professional development workshops for peers on effective classroom management techniques.
- Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
Education
Fresno Pacific UniversityFresno, CA
Bachelor of Arts from Liberal Arts
University Overview
- cum laude graduate
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Positive role model and mentor
- Public speaking
- Growth mindset
- Project-based learning
- Classroom technology
- Educational activities
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Technology Integration - Participated in technology training courses and trained colleagues in new technology concepts and practices applicable for the classroom
Certification
- WEB Coordinator - Trained through the WEB/Link Crew professional development. Used to focus on positive culture and climate on a middle school campus.
Timeline
Teacher
Tulare City School District
08.2014 - Current
- WEB Coordinator - Trained through the WEB/Link Crew professional development. Used to focus on positive culture and climate on a middle school campus.
Fresno Pacific University
Bachelor of Arts from Liberal Arts
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