High School Student Success

***** ***** **** ****, ******, CO *****

Cell: 719-***-****: ***************@*****.***

Summary

Experienced Literature and Writing Teacher with a proven track record in fostering student success and integrating technology into the classroom.

Core Qualification

• Classroom Management

Differentiated Instruction

Google Classroom

Smartboard Proficiency

Proficiency in Online Learning Platforms

Achievements

Emplyed by Colorado Springs Christian Schools for teaching ninth and tenth grade Literature and writing

Employed by The Classical Academy for a teaching position in eighth grade Literature and writing

Nominated to Titan of the Year in 2019

Offered position of Department Lead for English secondary

Chosen by TCA Jr. High principal as instructional coach for Jr. High teachers

Was employed by the Peyton High School principal on two separate occasions to fill mid-year vacant positions

• Developed lesson plans for eighth, ninth, tenth, and twelfth grade Literature and writing classes

• Employed group activities and creative techniques to encourage student learning and build community within the classroom

• Introduced learning methods to ensure total comprehension for all students

• Regularly met and communicated with parents to discuss student issues and course weakness areas

• Provided after school tutoring services for struggling students

Professional Experience

Eighth Grade Literature and Writing Teacher at The Classical Academy

August 2021 to May 2023

Taught three sections of ninth grade Literature and writing each year as well as 2-3 sections of tenth grade World Literature. Each section included approximately twenty to twenty-five students. One ninth grade section was Honors which required different planning, grading, and discussion. These classes required varied Mclassroom management because of the different maturity level of students. Combined discipline plan with effective measures and various lesson plans to increase concentration, participation, and progress of student learning. I received consistent positive teacher evaluations as well as positive feedback from students, and verbal/written feedback from parents regarding classroom instruction, student learning success, and character development. I met with parents to resolve conflicts in educational priorities and issues. Designed lesson plans focused on age and level-appropriate material, in addition to developing interesting course plans to meet academic, intellectual, and social needs of students. Additionally, each grade level had students who were on learning plans, so incorporating their learning needs combined with those without learning needs was implemented.

August 2012 to May 2021

Taught five to six sections of eighth grade Literature and writing each year. Each section included approximately twenty to twenty-five students. Combined discipline plan with effective measures and various lesson plans to increase concentration, participation, and progress of student learning. I received consistent positive teacher evaluations as well as positive feedback from students, and verbal/written feedback from parents regarding classroom instruction, student learning success, and character development. I met with parents to resolve conflicts in educational priorities and issues. Designed lesson plans focused on age and level-appropriate material, in addition to developing interesting course plans to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of students. Two of my classes were enrichment, and there were students on IEP’s and 504’s integrated into the general education English sections. I was able to work individually with students who needed extra help using scaffolding and differentiated techniques.

Substitute teaching and Long-term substitute teaching at the Peyton School District

February 2004 to May 2012

I taught eighth and twelfth grade English Literature and writing; two of the classes were low readers. I established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among six classes of fifteen to twenty-five students. Developed, administered and corrected tests, quizzes, and homework assignment in a timely manner. Developed and taught lessons on relevant books, poems, and grammar and writing activities. I performed these responsibilities during the spring semesters of 2010 and 2011. The remainder of the time, I substitute taught for various teachers and subjects for grades kindergarten through twelfth.

Prior to 2004

Took professional break to raise children and continue education to obtain Masters in Curriculum and Instruction

Education and Training

University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, 2010 - 2013

Master of Arts degree in Curriculum and Instructions

Alternative Licensing program

Metropolitan State College, Denver, CO, 1990

Bachelor of Arts, Vocal Performance with a minor in piano

Community Involvement

Church serving: I have served in the music ministry of every church we have been involved in for the past 40 years.

Classroom Aid, Peyton Schools, all levels, 2004 – 2010.

Assistant director for musicals, Peyton Schools, 2004, 2005, 2010, 2011.

Accompanied High School Choir and Elementary music programs, Peyton Schools, 2004 – 2011.

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