Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline
Teacher
Valerie Krieger

Valerie Krieger

Teacher
Coloma,MI

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Coloma Community Schools, excelling in differentiated instruction and fostering strong relationships with students and parents. Skilled in classroom management and data-driven instruction, I enhance student engagement and critical thinking through innovative lesson planning and collaborative learning experiences. Committed to continuous professional development and community involvement.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Coloma Community Schools
02.2022 - Current
  • 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.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
  • Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
  • Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
  • Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
  • Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
  • Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
  • Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.

3rd Grade Elementary Teacher

Niles Community Schools
08.2018 - 01.2022
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within the classroom.
  • Established a positive classroom environment that fostered open communication and mutual respect among students.
  • Organized engaging field trips to enhance curriculum content, exposing students to real-world applications of their studies.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively through consistent expectations, clear rules, and appropriate consequences for undesirable actions.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, earning their trust and respect while providing mentorship both inside and outside the classroom setting.
  • Established and adjusted instructional goals and objectives to reflect district or school goals, curriculum policies and progress and needs of students.
  • Provided timely feedback on assignments, fostering student growth and improvement through constructive criticism.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to develop cross-curricular lessons, promoting a deeper understanding of subject matter.
  • Guided learning process through use of clearly established goals and objectives to meet student and district goals and objectives.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and best practices in teaching methods.
  • Utilized various assessment tools to track student progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly for improved outcomes.
  • Established and maintained highly structured classroom culture where students demonstrated respect, responsibility and dedication to studies.
  • Employed visuals consistent with needs and capabilities of students.
  • Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
  • Created classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to development and skill level of students.
  • Promoted parental involvement in their child''s education by maintaining open lines of communication and hosting regular parent-teacher conferences.
  • Contributed to a positive school culture by actively participating in faculty meetings, committees, and special events throughout the year.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
  • Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
  • Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.

Teacher

Benton Harbor Area Schools
10.1994 - 08.2018
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
  • Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
  • Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
  • Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
  • Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
  • Spearheaded mentorship program for at-risk students, contributing to improved academic and behavioral outcomes.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
  • Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
  • Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
  • Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
  • Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
  • Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.

Education

Master of Arts - Education

Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI
04-2002

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Motivating students
  • Student engagement
  • Behavior management
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Positive role model and mentor
  • Classroom instruction
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Collaborative learning
  • Curriculum implementation
  • Student assessment
  • Small group instruction
  • Social-emotional learning training
  • Community involvement
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Data-driven instruction
  • Testing and grading
  • Assessment strategies
  • Student evaluations
  • Fundraising
  • Verbal and written communication

Accomplishments

    I started a Pen Pal Project entitled Operation S.A.V.E. which stands for Students and Veterans Engaging through Writing. This project matches a veteran, active duty, or anyone in the National Guard with a student. The pen pals correspond throughout the school year, and in some cases, the correspondence has continued over the course of years. Prior to the end of the school year, we have a Meet and Greet Luncheon where the students get to meet their pen pal face to face. This project has been showcased on the local news stations for the past 3 years and has also been showcased in Scholastic Magazine.

Timeline

Teacher

Coloma Community Schools
02.2022 - Current

3rd Grade Elementary Teacher

Niles Community Schools
08.2018 - 01.2022

Teacher

Benton Harbor Area Schools
10.1994 - 08.2018

Master of Arts - Education

Western Michigan University

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