Tricia Phillips
Peoria,AZ
Summary
Dedicated, hard working educator with proven skills in classroom management, building positive relationships, and individualized support for students. Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning styles and needs. Focused on creating engaging learning environments and promoting positive student outcomes.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Second Grade Teacher
Academy of Math and Science - Peoria Advanced
Peoria, AZ
07.2024 - Current
- Established clear expectations for classroom behavior and reinforced appropriate behavior with positive reinforcement strategies.
- Implemented differentiated instruction methods based on each student's ability level.
- Provided small group intervention or enrichment according to individual needs.
- Led after-school tutoring sessions for students needing additional help.
- Promoted positive communication with families by sending weekly messages with updates on class events.
Substitute Teacher
SCOOT Education
Peoria, AZ
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies based on individual student needs.
- Followed lesson plans provided by the classroom teacher to create a cohesive and consistent learning experience.
- Managed the classroom effectively to encourage student participation, minimize distractions, and maintain a positive learning envo
Early Childhood Supervisor
Lincoln Public Schools
Lincoln, NE
08.2014 - 07.2022
- Developed and facilitated professional learning for preschool staff, early childhood staff, and Building Coordinators and Assistant Principals.
- Provided ongoing training to address staff needs. Topics include: Positive Behavior Supports in Early Childhood, Using Data to Inform Instruction, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support.
- Created and facilitated New Staff Induction for certified early childhood staff.
- Coached staff on strategies to improve instructional performance and improve collaborative relationships.
- Facilitated committee work with preschool staff and building administrators to update the Early Childhood Student Assistance Process.
- Served as the District Representative for Early Childhood Special Education meetings.
- Respond to parent concerns and engage parents in problem solving.
Second Grade Teacher
Lincoln Public Schools: West Lincoln Elementary
Lincoln, NE
07.2006 - 06.2014
- Experience teaching a diverse student population in a Title I school, including students with a variety of academic and behavioral needs, and diverse cultures.
- Maintained positive classroom environments by reinforcing expectations and building relationships.
- Supervised student teachers and practicum students
- Provided teacher training and support for new teachers
- Participated in Professional Learning Communities
- Co-chair of the school-wide behavior planning committee
- Member of School Improvement Committee
- Served as Math Data Teams Leader who facilitated data teams process for grade level team, plan, score, and analyze assessments to inform instruction
- Math Implementation Facilitator for 2nd grade
Kindergarten Teacher
Lincoln Public Schools: West Lincoln Elementary
Lincoln, NE
08.2000 - 06.2006
- Experience teaching a diverse student population in a Title I school, including students with a variety of academic and behavioral needs, and diverse cultures.
- Maintained positive classroom environments by reinforcing expectations and building relationships.
- Supervised student teachers and practicum students
- Provided teacher training and support for new teachers
- Math Implementation Facilitator for Kindergarten
- Designed lesson plans based on comprehensive teaching of academic, social and personal skills.
Education
Education Specialist Degree (EdS) - Education
Doane University
Lincoln, NE12.2022
Nebraska Math Specialist Certificate -
University of Nebraska
05.2013
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
University Of Nebraska - Lincoln
08.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University Of Nebraska
08.2000
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Organization
- Individualized support
- Curriculum implementation
- Behavior management
Timeline
Second Grade Teacher
Academy of Math and Science - Peoria Advanced
07.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher
SCOOT Education
09.2022 - 06.2024
Early Childhood Supervisor
Lincoln Public Schools
08.2014 - 07.2022
Second Grade Teacher
Lincoln Public Schools: West Lincoln Elementary
07.2006 - 06.2014
Kindergarten Teacher
Lincoln Public Schools: West Lincoln Elementary
08.2000 - 06.2006
Education Specialist Degree (EdS) - Education
Doane University
Nebraska Math Specialist Certificate -
University of Nebraska
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
University Of Nebraska - Lincoln
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University Of Nebraska
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