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Resume:
Karin Fender
MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE TEACHER - Mattawan Consolidated School
Portage, MI 49024
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Motivated retired middle school teacher seeking a career change to share leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Work Experience
MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE TEACHER
Mattawan Consolidated School - Mattawan, MI
August 1993 to 2018
* Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support the needs of all students.
* Kept laboratory environment neat, well-stocked and safe for students.
* Built learning and citizenship skills to help with personal growth in addition to increasing academic knowledge.
* Kept classroom organized, clean, and safe for all students and visitors.
* Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in the material.
* Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
* Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
* Utilized various technology tools to diversify instruction.
* Cultivated relationships with parents for a complete support network.
* Met with parents to resolve conflicting educational priorities and issues.
* Modified the general education curriculum for special-needs students based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies. Education
Master of Arts in Educational Leadership
Western Michigan University - Kalamazoo, MI
1991-1996
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education
Western Michigan University - Kalamazoo, MI
1985-1991
Skills
PROBLEM SOLVING, TIME MANAGEMENT, INTEGRATION OF SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH, INTERPERSONAL SKILLS, COLLABORATION
Community Service/Awards
USTA Tower Chair Volunteer
August 1996-Present
USTA Outstanding Community Support Award 2014
August 2014
Borgess Marathon Aid Station Leader
2010-2018
Mattawan HS Cross Country Coach
1997-2018
Certifications/Licenses
Professional Teaching Certificate
Certified K-5 General Education, 6-8 Science, Educational Leadership Strengths
* Attention to Detail * Classroom Discipline
* Classroom Management * Critical Thinking
* Technology Integration * Strong Collaborator
* Individualized Instruction * Personable and Outgoing
* Problem Solving Skills * Student Motivation
* Lesson Planning * Positive Reinforcement
* Verbal and Written Communication * Creative Learning Strategies
* Organizational Ability * Student-centered Learning
* Response to Intervention Understanding * Outstanding Social Skills
* Literacy Skills * Computer Proficient
* Creative Questioning * Interpersonal Skills
* Positive Learning Environment * Effective Time Management
* Group Learning Mechanics * STEM Education
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