Theresa Mullican
Ava,MO
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
7th Grade Math Teacher
Ava Middle School
11.2024 - Current
- Developed innovative assessment tools to accurately gauge student progress and identify areas for improvement.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on curriculum planning and best practices for effective instruction in a 7th-grade math setting.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to cater to diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Boosted student confidence through constructive feedback and individualized attention during one-on-one conferences.
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents through regular progress reports and parent-teacher conferences, ensuring their involvement in their child''s academic journey.
- Enhanced student understanding by utilizing visual aids and hands-on activities in lesson plans.
- Assisted struggling students through targeted intervention strategies, improving overall class performance on assessments.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to create a supportive learning environment.
- Promoted a positive classroom atmosphere by implementing effective classroom management strategies and enforcing clear expectations for behavior and work ethic.
- Continuously updated personal teaching practices by attending professional development workshops and staying informed on current educational research trends in mathematics education.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavioral issues.
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
7th Grade ELA Teacher
Ava Middle School
12.2023 - 05.2024
- Communicated regularly with parents through conferences, newsletters, and progress reports to discuss student progress and address any concerns or challenges.
- Facilitated peer review processes among students during writing assignments which encouraged collaboration in refining their written works leading towards higher-quality final drafts.
- Incorporated real-world connections into lessons to make content more relevant and engaging for students while enhancing their understanding of key concepts.
- Implemented data-driven instruction by analyzing student assessment results, effectively addressing individual learning needs and improving overall performance.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to ensure accessibility for all learners while maintaining rigor and high expectations for achievement.
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents to foster a positive learning environment, resulting in increased student engagement and academic growth.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance, fostering a respectful and focused classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules, and language skills.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment, and expression of original ideas.
- Integrated Smartboard and other instructional technologies into classroom.
- Administered and interpreted assessment results to determine learners' challenges.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavioral issues.
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
Elementary Paraprofessional
Miami-Yoder Elementary School
10.2016 - 11.2020
Timeline
7th Grade Math Teacher
Ava Middle School
11.2024 - Current
7th Grade ELA Teacher
Ava Middle School
12.2023 - 05.2024
Elementary Paraprofessional
Miami-Yoder Elementary School
10.2016 - 11.2020
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