Theresa McGregor
Gilbert,AZ
Summary
Dynamic educator with proven expertise in classroom management and student engagement, demonstrated during tenure at Gilbert Montessori. Excelled in creating nurturing environments and fostering strong relationships, leveraging creativity in teaching and effective communication to enhance academic growth. Skilled in adapting instruction to meet diverse needs, significantly improving learning outcomes. Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Gilbert Montessori
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
Teacher, Grade 6
Illinois School District 99
08.2008 - 06.2014
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
Teacher
Naperville School District 204
08.2006 - 06.2008
- Collaborated with colleagues for curriculum development, sharing best practices and creating interdisciplinary units.
- Incorporated social-emotional learning into daily lessons, promoting empathy, self-awareness, and responsible decision-making among students.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
Education
Master of Arts - Reading Education
Concordia University Chicago
River Forest, ILBachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Illinois State University
Normal, ILSkills
- Classroom Management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student Engagement
- Group and individual instruction
- Verbal and written communication
Certification
- Elementary Education Kindergarten through Grade 9
- Language Arts Grade 5 through Grade 8
- Elementary Education (Self Contained General Education) Kindergarten through Grade 9
- Social Science Grade 5 through Grade 8
- Reading Specialist Kindergarten through Grade 12
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Gilbert Montessori
02.2022 - 05.2022
Teacher, Grade 6
Illinois School District 99
08.2008 - 06.2014
Teacher
Naperville School District 204
08.2006 - 06.2008
Master of Arts - Reading Education
Concordia University Chicago
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Illinois State University
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