Vicki McBride

• 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.
• Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
• 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.
• Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
• Led professional development workshops for peers on effective classroom management techniques.
• Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.

My first position at this school was in first grade. It was my first year of teaching in my own self-contained classroom. 70% of my students were non English speakers.

My second position was the school Visual and Performing Arts teacher with a Multicultural emphasis. In this role I saw grades K-5. I planned and created lessons that strived to engage all students by tapping into their creative and imagination.

• Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
• Used the California Standards for the Arts as a guideline, however many lessons were self created.