Tiffany Hunter
Educator
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Innovative educator bringing 25 years of background in instructing students. Expertise in classroom oversight, course planning, and behavior management. Successful at collaborating with teachers, administrative leaders, and support specialists to meet individual student needs. Committed to encouraging higher-order thinking to increase student performance.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
2nd Grade, 3rd and 4th Grade Math and Science
Quest Academy Prep
Las Vegas, NV
08.2021 - Current
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Attended teacher conferences and workshops to stay abreast of new developments in math education.
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Reading and S.T.E.M.
100 School Of Engineering And Technology
Las Vegas, NV
08.2018 - 07.2021
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet thediverse needs of all learners in the classroom.
- Strengthened students'' critical thinking skills through inquiry-based learning techniques and problem-solving exercises.
4th Grade Teacher
American Leadership Academy (now Freedom Classical)
Las Vegas, NV
08.2017 - 07.2018
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating real-life examples and hands-on activities into lessons.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and innovative teaching techniques.
5th Grade Teacher
Mater Academy
Las Vegas, NV
08.2015 - 07.2016
- Established open-door policy, improving communication and trust with students and parents
- Cultivated critical thinking skills among students by challenging them with complex problem-solving tasks and thought-provoking discussions.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
1st and 4th Grade Teacher
Kit Carson
Las Vegas, NV
08.2013 - 07.2015
- Designed individualized learning plans for English Language Learners, students with learning difficulties, and gifted learners
- Taught Common Core Standard through student-centered lessons and appropriate DOK levels
- Provided tutoring and support for English Language Learners.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
2nd Grade Teacher
Judith F. Baca
Los Angeles, CA
08.2010 - 07.2013
- Fostered a classroom environment conducive to learning and promoting excellent student/teacher interaction
- Attended a variety of professional development workshops centered on curriculum development, classroom management, student motivation, and differentiated learning for students
- Developed and implemented daily and unit lesson plans for 1st and 2nd grade, administered testing, tracked and analyzed class performance.
1st and 2nd Grade Teacher
Ninety-Sixth Street
Los Angeles, CA
08.2000 - 07.2010
- Developed and implemented daily and unit lesson plans for 1st and 2nd grade, administered testing, tracked and analyzed class performance
- Participated in extracurricular activities.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Supported the development of social-emotional skills through conflict resolution strategies and character education lessons.
Education
Master of Arts - English Language Learning
WGU
Salt Lake City, UT08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Carson01.2000
Associate of Arts - General Studies
El Camino College
Torrance, CA05.1998
Skills
- NV Teaching Certification
- Summative Assessments
- Curriculum Development
- Cooperative Learning Experience
- Progress Reporting
- Lesson Planning
- Conflict Resolution
- Science Content Knowledge
- Student Mentoring
- Relationship Building
- Math Content Knowledge
- Team Management
References
PROVIDED UPON REQUEST
Timeline
2nd Grade, 3rd and 4th Grade Math and Science
Quest Academy Prep
08.2021 - Current
3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Reading and S.T.E.M.
100 School Of Engineering And Technology
08.2018 - 07.2021
4th Grade Teacher
American Leadership Academy (now Freedom Classical)
08.2017 - 07.2018
5th Grade Teacher
Mater Academy
08.2015 - 07.2016
1st and 4th Grade Teacher
Kit Carson
08.2013 - 07.2015
2nd Grade Teacher
Judith F. Baca
08.2010 - 07.2013
1st and 2nd Grade Teacher
Ninety-Sixth Street
08.2000 - 07.2010
Master of Arts - English Language Learning
WGU
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Associate of Arts - General Studies
El Camino College