Teri Rands
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Coach
James Irwin Elementary School-Astrozon Campus
2021.07 - Current
- Provided all staff training on the Direct Instruction model as defined by the National Institute for Direct Instruction, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning experiences for all students.
- Provides daily observations and feedback on teachers' effectiveness by providing individualized coaching, side-by-side coaching, and professional development opportunities.
- Monitor and evaluate instructional and operational effectiveness, making data-driven decisions to improve school performance by assisting teachers with analyzing assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by collaborating with administrators, and staff, on various initiatives or curricula changes.
- Developed successful interventions for struggling students by creating targeted instructional plans based on their unique needs.
- Strengthened instructional leadership skills among school administrators through targeted training sessions and ongoing support.
Lead Teacher, First Grade
James Irwin Elementary-Astrozon Campus
2018.07 - 2021.05
- Facilitate the integration and effective use of the Core Knowledge curriculum across the grade level by rewriting science and history units to conform with state standards.
- Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, and collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Provided after-school tutoring to provide additional academic support for struggling students, improving their overall achievement levels.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Lead Teacher, Kindergarten
James Irwin Elementary School-Astrozon Campus
2015.07 - 2018.05
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units of study, fostering a deeper understanding of content across subject areas.
- Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.
- Led a team of educators in developing cohesive curricula aligned with state standards, ensuring consistency across grade levels and subject areas.
- Implemented and coordinated grade-level experiments and presentations to coordinate with science and vocabulary units.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Lead Kindergarten Informational meetings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT04.1998
Skills
- READ Course certified: Colorado Department of Education
- CPI-trained and certified
- Great Active Listening Skills
- Teaching Strategies
- Excellent Communication Abilities
- Outstanding Interpersonal Abilities
- Problem Solving
Accomplishments
Best of the Springs: Elementary Teacher 2020 & 2021
Timeline
Instructional Coach
James Irwin Elementary School-Astrozon Campus
2021.07 - Current
Lead Teacher, First Grade
James Irwin Elementary-Astrozon Campus
2018.07 - 2021.05
Lead Teacher, Kindergarten
James Irwin Elementary School-Astrozon Campus
2015.07 - 2018.05
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Brigham Young University
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