Tracey Keppel
Jamestown,New York
Summary
Educator with 35 years of experience planning, developing and implementing curriculum in the classroom.
outstanding teacher extremely organized excellent oral and written communication skills flexible and adaptable during instruction ability to effectively instruct students with a wide variety of learning needs/abilities supportive of colleagues assimilate new material quickly and thoroughly possess a wide variety of instructional strategies and skills Seasoned Teacher with deep understanding of lesson planning, classroom management, and educational technology integration. Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning styles and needs. Strong communicator with a knack for fostering meaningful relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. Proven track record of creating engaging learning environments and promoting positive student outcomes.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fifith Grade Teacher
Southwestern Central School District
Jamestown , New York
09.2006 - Current
- Facilitate an inclusive learning environment for a wide range of academic capabilities.
- Supporting individuals and groups to enhance academic performance
- Engaged with parents/guardians and education stakeholders to promote student skill development
Fifith Grade Teacher
Southwestern Elementary School
Jamestown , New York
09.2006 - 06.2012
- Delivered ELA and Mathematics lessons to General and Special Education students
- Provided individual academic assistance to enhance student performance
- Ensured individualized learning and behavioral interventions through team collaboration
Third Grade Teacher
Southwestern Central School District
Jamestown , New York
09.2000 - 06.2006
- Facilitated engaging educational activities for third-graders in various disciplines
- Implemented diverse instructional methods to enhance learner outcomes
- Worked collaboratively with colleagues and parents to reach learning goals and objectives for each student.
High School Consultant Teacher
Southwestern Central School District
Jamestown , New York
09.1997 - 06.2000
- Facilitated learning in core subjects by providing targeted help
- Supported students individually and in groups to enhance skills across content areas.
- Offered resource room assistance for students with special needs to achieve their learning targets
Staff Development Specialist
Erie 2 Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES
Fredonia , New York
01.1997 - 08.1997
- Educated school communities on state educational requirements
- Facilitated collaborative learning on NY educational standards.
- Participated in various training programs to increase skill set
Special Education Teacher
Jamestown Public Schools
Jamestown , New York
09.1990 - 01.1997
- Facilitated learning for students with emotional needs across multiple subjects.
- Created and sustained constructive educational atmosphere with proactive discipline techniques
- Collaborated with administrators, parents and colleagues to integrate special education students into general education settings
Education
Masters of Science - Exceptional Education
Buffalo State College
Buffalo, New York05-1991
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Canisius College
Buffalo, New York05-1988
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Effective Classroom Instruction
- Promoting Active Learning
- Interactive Small Group Teaching
- Facilitating Group Learning
- Adaptive Instruction Techniques
Certification
- Permanent New York State Certification
- Elementary Education
- Special Education
- Business Education
Affiliations
- Chairperson - Southwestern Teachers' Association Curriculum Committee
- Member - Response to Intervention Building Committee
- Member - Data Inquiry Team
- Member - National Education Association
- Member - NYSUT
- Member - Southwestern Teachers' Association
- Member - New York State Teachers' Retirement System
Timeline
Fifith Grade Teacher
Southwestern Central School District
09.2006 - Current
Fifith Grade Teacher
Southwestern Elementary School
09.2006 - 06.2012
Third Grade Teacher
Southwestern Central School District
09.2000 - 06.2006
High School Consultant Teacher
Southwestern Central School District
09.1997 - 06.2000
Staff Development Specialist
Erie 2 Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES
01.1997 - 08.1997
Special Education Teacher
Jamestown Public Schools
09.1990 - 01.1997
- Permanent New York State Certification
- Elementary Education
- Special Education
- Business Education
Masters of Science - Exceptional Education
Buffalo State College
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Canisius College
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