Terry Platt
Las Cruces
Summary
Experienced teacher specializing in science education, known for building strong relationships with students and parents. Expertise in differentiating instruction and utilizing technology to enhance learning experiences, ensuring all students thrive.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher in Science
Albuquerque Public Schools Administration
Albuquerque, NM
08.2014 - 05.2026
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance critical thinking and collaborative skills among students.
- Utilized educational technology tools to support interactive learning experiences.
- Assessed student performance through formative and summative evaluations, providing targeted feedback for improvement.
- 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.
Teacher in Science
School of Dreams Academy
Los Lunas, NM
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Coordinated extracurricular activities that enriched the educational experience and promoted student engagement.
- 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.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
College of Santa Fe
Santa Fe, NM05-2003
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Critical thinking
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Data analysis
- Motivating students
- Relationship building
Certification
- Level 2 Teaching License - 10 years
Timeline
Teacher in Science
Albuquerque Public Schools Administration
08.2014 - 05.2026
Teacher in Science
School of Dreams Academy
08.2013 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Education
College of Santa Fe