Vanessa Engel
Davenport,IA
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Scottsdale Unified School District, excelling in curriculum development and technology integration. Leveraged adaptability and innovative teaching strategies to enhance student learning outcomes. Mentored new teachers, showcasing exceptional verbal communication and problem-solving skills. Achieved significant improvements in student engagement and academic performance.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Brand Ambassador for ChildHelp
Fidelis Marketing
Tempe, AZ
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Co-facilitated and organized fundraising events by working hand-in-hand with retail store managers and leaders throughout the community.
- Delivered presentations to organizations, community members, or other groups as directed by management.
- Organized promotional events to enhance brand awareness.
- Collaborated with sales staff to identify target customers, promote products and increase sales.
4th Grade Teacher
Scottsdale Unified School District
Scottsdale, AZ
11.2015 - 06.2019
- Cultivated supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instructional strategies, addressing the unique needs of each student in the classroom.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Utilized assessment data to inform instructional decisions, tailoring lesson plans to target areas needing improvement.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to design interdisciplinary lesson plans, reinforcing key concepts across subjects.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and innovative teaching techniques..
- Contributed to the development of annual curriculum maps, ensuring alignment with state standards and grade-level objectives.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
1st Grade Teacher
Rock Island/Milan School District #41
Rock Island, IL
08.2008 - 05.2015
- Created instructional and assessment materials aimed at achieving specific academic goals.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to accommodate diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Presented information clearly, facilitated meaningful discussions, and used interactive teaching methods to engage learners.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum and assessment.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Led professional development workshops for peers on effective use of technology in the classroom.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Education
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL05.2008
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Time management
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Multi-tasking and organization
- Curriculum development
- Conflict resolution
- Student-centered learning
- Technology integration
- Interpersonal communication
- Cultural awareness
Certification
- Certified Teacher (CT) - National Board for Professional Teaching Standards.
Additional Information
Volunteer Speaker & SUD Peer Advocate
Timeline
Brand Ambassador for ChildHelp
Fidelis Marketing
05.2021 - 12.2021
4th Grade Teacher
Scottsdale Unified School District
11.2015 - 06.2019
1st Grade Teacher
Rock Island/Milan School District #41
08.2008 - 05.2015
Bachelor Of Science - Education
Western Illinois University