Provide diverse administrative clerical support to Instructional Programs and Special Education departments, including answering and monitoring phone calls and messages, welcoming office visitors, assisting with office mailings, filing confidential records, and ordering supplies.
Manage four district purchasing cards, maintaining clear, proactive communication with vendors, and internal stakeholders. Reconcile purchases at month-end, ensuring accuracy and compliance with district policies.
Maintain an organized filing system of paper documents and electronic files, with complete confidentiality and accuracy.
Coordinate and clearly communicate travel arrangements for staff members, including conference registration, flight, hotel, and district vehicle reservations.
Triangulate information from multiple sources to create organized, actionable documentation for all stakeholders.
Manage supply, workbook, and protocol inventory, and place orders to maintain adequate inventory levels.
Create spreadsheets in Excel to track and organize data for clear communication to program leaders.
Track orders and invoices to ensure accuracy for accounts receivable and payable information.
Ensure the protection and confidentiality of sensitive information.
3RD, 4TH, 5TH GRADE SCIENCE TEACHER
Genesee Elementary School
Genesee, Idaho
09.2016 - 06.2022
Maintained accurate and complete student records, as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
Collaborated with faculty members to evaluate and improve the curriculum.
Researched and selected classroom materials and instructional tools in alignment with school and state requirements.
Met with parents and guardians to discuss progress and determine educational priorities.
Collaborated with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of elementary school programs.
Attended professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
5TH GRADE TEACHER
Genesee Elementary School
Genesee, Idaho
09.1989 - 06.2016
Maintained accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies and administrative regulations
Prepared objectives and outlined for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines and requirements of states and schools
Attended professional meetings, educational conferences and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence
Met with parents and guardians to discuss progress and determine educational priorities
Administered standardized ability and achievement tests and interpreted results to determine student strengths and areas of need
Prepared students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks
Researched and selected classroom materials and instructional tools in alignment with school requirements.
Education
Masters of Education - Alternative Assessments of Hands-on Science
University of Idaho
Moscow, Idaho
06-1997
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Elementary Education - Major: Reading Minor: Math
EASTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
06.1987
Skills
Strong work ethic and commitment to excellence
Proven dependability
Highly dedicated and results-driven
Effective at working independently and achieving goals
Loyal and reliable team member, devoted to the team's success
Collaborative mindset
Interact professionally with the public and colleagues
Thorough and accurate written communication
Certification
Idaho Standard Teaching Certificate - K-8 All Subjects
National Board Certified Teacher
Idaho Master Teacher
Awards
2012 Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching
2012 Governor's Industry Award for Notable Teaching in STEM (GIANTS)
1995 Idaho Regional Outstanding Science Teacher
Leadership Roles
Pullman School District Bargaining Team
Pullman School District High School and Beyond Plan Implementation Team
Pullman School District Child Find and Part C Transitioning Coordinator
Idaho State Science Standards Executive Committee
Idaho Science Teachers Association Region 2 Representative
Genesee School District Peer Assistant to New Teachers
Genesee School District Technology Committee
Genesee School District Professional Development Committee
Genesee School District School-Wide Positive Behavior Intervention System Leadership Team
Genesee School District Response to Intervention Team
References
Since I am still employed, I will provide reference information upon request.
Timeline
Instructional Programs Office Assistant/Clerk
Pullman School District
09.2022 - Current
3RD, 4TH, 5TH GRADE SCIENCE TEACHER
Genesee Elementary School
09.2016 - 06.2022
5TH GRADE TEACHER
Genesee Elementary School
09.1989 - 06.2016
Masters of Education - Alternative Assessments of Hands-on Science
University of Idaho
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Elementary Education - Major: Reading Minor: Math