Tracy Smith
St. Joseph School
Lincoln,NE
33
years of professional experience
An education professional committed to fostering stimulating and supportive learning environments. Proven ability to develop tailored lesson plans that cater to varied learning styles and enhance student understanding. Collaborative team player focused on achieving academic success and adapting to evolving educational demands with reliability and flexibility.Skilled in classroom management and student assessment, with personable and patient personable and patient demeanor that encourages student growth..
Work History
Fifth Grade Teacher
20 Years 9 Months- Developed and implemented reading, English, spelling, handwriting, and social studies curricula for classes of 20-30 students each year. Customized teaching methodologies and classroom engagement strategies to accommodate the varied learning requirements of students with hearing, visual, behavioral, and learning disabilities. Advised on the selection process for new reading and social studies textbooks to enhance educational resources. Served on a committee tasked with creating a comprehensive study skills curriculum for the school community. Organized and facilitated guest speaker sessions featuring notable figures, including a former United Congressman and sitting Nebraska State Legislator. Engaged in a university-led research initiative focused on analyzing expository text structure and writing techniques.
- Led committee initiatives focused on study skills, English literacy, and community engagement within the Catholic learning framework. Oversaw collaborative efforts to improve student reading proficiency and foster community values. Championed programs aimed at personal development and spiritual growth in discipleship.
- Evaluated student teacher's performance and provided constructive feedback to foster professional growth.
- Created structured homework checklists and assignment sheets aimed at supporting students facing organizational challenges.
Practicum Supervisor
1 Year- Supported 10-12 students in tutoring struggling readers at Schmoker Reading Center. Assisted students in developing strategies to enhance reading fluency and comprehension. Collaborated with individuals to compile final child study reports for students.
- Led team in daily operations, ensuring adherence to university policies and procedures.
- Developed training programs for new staff, enhancing onboarding efficiency and knowledge retention.
- Streamlined workflow processes, resulting in improved service delivery and reduced operational delays.
Medical Transcriptionist
4 Years- Delivered accurate transcriptions of physician notes, enhancing patient record integrity. Facilitated communication for two physicians navigating English as a second language. Consistently met project deadlines, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Acknowledged by physicians and company owner for delivering prompt and precise service.
- Oversaw the development and execution of legal reports to ensure compliance with disability and workmen’s compensation regulations.
Fifth Grade Teacher
7 Years 9 Months- Instructed math, reading, spelling, English, science, literature, and religion to groups of 15-18 students annually. Modified teaching methods and classroom activities to accommodate diverse learning needs, including those of learning-disabled and challenged students. Coordinated with fellow fifth-grade educators to align curriculum and lesson plans, promoting uniformity in student knowledge and skill advancement across classrooms. Contributed to the evaluation process for selecting new reading curricula and participated in a committee focused on choosing new math textbooks.
- Led initiatives on various committees and special project teams, including Catholic Schools Week planning and Red Ribbon Week activities.
- Assisted in developing curriculum for state project to fulfill American History teaching standards. Supported student research initiatives that included oral and written presentations. Created a rubric to monitor project progress.
- Adapted teaching methods to support learning requirements and cultural dynamics of Hungarian exchange student in 1998. Facilitated student progress, achieving above-grade-level performance by semester's end.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Education - Elementary Education
Skills
Teaching mathematics
Team-based learning
Student involvement
Parent communication
Cultural sensitivity
Curriculum development
Timeline
Practicum Supervisor
University of Nebraska, Lincoln
07.2015 - 07.2016Read More
Fifth Grade Teacher
St. Joseph School
08.2005 - 05.2026Read More
Medical Transcriptionist
Word for Word
08.2001 - 08.2005Read More
Fifth Grade Teacher
St. John the Apostle School
08.1993 - 05.2001Read More
University of Nebraska
Bachelor of Science in Education from Elementary Education
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TEACHING PHILOSOPHY
Strive to create a safe, stimulating learning environment which fosters creativity and respects students’ individual needs and learning styles by providing a variety of activities and opportunities for them to experience success.