Valerie Swan
Othello,WA
Summary
Dynamic educator and communicator with a proven track record at Othello School District, adept in lesson planning and creating positive learning environments. Leveraged strong collaboration skills to enhance student education and implemented effective classroom management techniques. Skilled in schedule management and a fast learner, consistently adapting to meet all student needs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Othello School District
08.2024 - Current
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
Teacher
Othello School District
07.2017 - 06.2024
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Paraprofessional
Othello School District
08.2014 - 06.2017
- Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as the alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Assisted the classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Led reading and arts and crafts lessons.
- Prepared instruction materials, including making copies, constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas.
- Graded tests and papers and recorded grades for teaching staff.
Teller/Universal Banker
US Bank
08.2010 - 08.2014
- Executed customer transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, money orders and checks.
- Cross-sold credit cards, loans and other bank products.
- Assisted customers with banking needs and inquiries.
Education
Associate of Arts - Accounting
University Of Phoniex
Phoenix, AZ2011
High School Diploma -
Othello High School
Othello, WA2007
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12-2020
Skills
- Schedule management
- Lesson planning
- Kind and empathetic educator
- Strong written and verbal communicator
- Positive learning environment
- Self-motivated
- Fast learner
- Positive and encouraging
- Creative lesson planning
- Strong collaborator
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Othello School District
08.2024 - Current
Teacher
Othello School District
07.2017 - 06.2024
Paraprofessional
Othello School District
08.2014 - 06.2017
Teller/Universal Banker
US Bank
08.2010 - 08.2014
Associate of Arts - Accounting
University Of Phoniex
High School Diploma -
Othello High School
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
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