Resourceful and patient educator with multiple years of classroom experience developing young minds. Skilled in advanced teaching methods, conflict resolution techniques, and new technologies that help optimize student learning.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
St. Patrick of Heatherdowns
07.2017 - Current
Mentor and coach teachers on effective teaching and classroom management methods
Set policies ensuring student safety and security at all points
Build and maintain open lines of communication with students’ parents and guardians
Address and resolve escalated student conflicts and behavioral issues
Foster positive school relations and active engagement with the wider community
Coordinate with teachers, students, and parents to ensure adherence to high standards of academic performance, attendance, and behavioral conduct
Collaborated with administration staff to develop functional budgets within allocated funds.
Managed budgets and resources for educational programs.
Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
Classroom Teacher
St. Patrick of Heatherdowns
08.1994 - 06.2015
Adapt lesson plans and teaching methods to students with different learning styles
Developed thematic units of study to encourage curiosity and an understanding of interdisciplinary subjects
Plan and assign differentiated homework tasks to support learning outside class
Build and maintain strong relationships with parents by facilitating open lines of communication and scheduling meetings to assess student progress and behavior
Mentor to new teachers
Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.