Tracy Semler
Washington Court House
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Washington Court House City Schools, excelling in effective classroom management and adaptive learning techniques. Cultivated strong relationships with students and parents, enhancing engagement through innovative curriculum design. Committed to continuous professional growth, utilizing data-driven decision-making to elevate student performance and foster a positive learning environment.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Washington Court House City Schools
09.1991 - 05.2025
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
University of Dayton
Dayton, OhioBachelor of Science - Elementary Education 1-8
Ohio University
Athens, OHHigh School Diploma -
Miami Trace High School
Washington Court House, OHSkills
- Effective classroom management
- Building strong professional connections
- Problem-solving skills
- Growth mindset
- Adaptive learning techniques
- Curriculum design and implementation
- Evaluation techniques
- In-depth subject knowledge
- Effective instructional strategies
- Data-driven decision making
- Engaging curriculum design
Accomplishments
- Taught conversational English to junior high students in Shiki City, Japan, for one year as part of a sister school partnership with Washington Court House City Schools.
- Recognized as consistently high-performing teacher by the State Board of Education.
Timeline
Teacher
Washington Court House City Schools
09.1991 - 05.2025
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
University of Dayton
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education 1-8
Ohio University
High School Diploma -
Miami Trace High School
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