Teaching Experience
Elementary Teacher
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A full-time teacher instructing to classrooms of 21-28 students in 5th Grade
2 years of experience in a self-contained classroom 2 years in departmentalized reading/English Language Arts Established rapport with students, parents and critical family members, using a variety of communication platforms Enhanced student engagement for learning reading through maintaining a collaborative learning, technology-literate, and engaging classroom environment Planned, taught and assessed lessons for an inclusive classroom with many levels of ability, including IEPs, 504s, and ESL students Performed classroom benchmark assessments, including AimsWeb, FastBridge, and STAR Organized the 5th grade Reading, Language Arts & Writing Curriculum to reflect standards and skills alignment Planned, executed, and managed field trips for grade level Co-Founded the school PBIS team and co-created a school-wide handbook of matrix-based expectations and practices Mentored building-based student teachers in the EdTPA Portfolio Processes & intern requirements Advised a Student Council group, comprised of 24 students, in 3rd-5th grades in volunteer & community service efforts |
Student Teacher
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Designed, planned and implemented math, reading, writing, science and social studies lessons for whole group based on Common Core State Standards
Facilitated discussions, lessons, and activities in the areas of character education, cooperative learning, social skills, and conflict resolution Created and utilized Smart Board technology based lessons Collaborated with fellow 5th grade teachers to plan lessons Implemented Literacy-Based lessons to fulfill requirements for the EdTPA Portfolio Volunteered in community and school-wide events while fostering strong student relationships |
Coaching Experience
Girls Basketball Coach
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Coached 7th Grade Girls Basketball, Record of 60-15 over 3 seasons: Elite Eight State appearance in 2019
Implemented, managed, and maintained communications with parents, players & community utilizing technology IESA Concussion Test Certified |
Girls on the Run Coach
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Coached and mentored 20 girls, grades 3-5 on the topics of physical activity, self-confidence, & community service
American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR AED certified |
Related Experience
Riding Lesson InstructorAges 3 & up
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Designed and implemented nine-weeks of programming for 40 riders, with gross and fine motor skills focuses
Mentored two high school student leaders, demonstrating strong leadership and communication skills |