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Valerie Budnick

Sparks,NV

Summary

Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Kula Elementary School
07.2016 - 06.2018
  • Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.

Teacher

Mattawa Elementary School
08.2012 - 01.2015
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.

Education

Master of Arts - Teaching

City University of Seattle
Everett, WA
06.2011

Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies

Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA
08.2005

Skills

  • Curriculum Development
  • Alternative Learning Methods
  • Student Support
  • Growth Mindset
  • Project-based learning
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Student Engagement
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Collaborative learning

Timeline

Teacher

Kula Elementary School
07.2016 - 06.2018

Teacher

Mattawa Elementary School
08.2012 - 01.2015

Master of Arts - Teaching

City University of Seattle

Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies

Eastern Washington University

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