SASHA KNISLEY
**** * * ** • Tacoma, WA ***** • 701-***-**** • *****.***@*****.*** • ca.linkedin.com/in/sashaknisley PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Organized and detail-oriented Teacher with strong time-management and planning skills able to excel in an educational setting.
Proven experience in teaching to all students. This includes providing 21st century learning activities to enrich minds.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, including word and Outlook, as well as coordinating schedules and maintaining a neat and organized work space.
Excels at open and friendly communication with parents and students; able to take a leadership role in a fast paced school with important deadlines.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Title 1 Teacher
Catapult Learning at Holy Rosary and Visitation Catholic Schools, Tacoma, WA USA 09/2016 - Present
Effectively teaches and differentiates instruction for students aged 5-14 in both math and reading.
Teaches Title 1 math and reading programs while utilizing current technology; this position requires independent and collaborative work.
Creates a safe and welcoming classroom environment while fostering student interest.
Provides small group instruction and gets to know each student in the class; empathizes with every child. Grade 8 Language Arts Teacher
Williston Middle School, Williston, ND USA
08/2015 - 06/2016
Used literature to make subject matter for any given area (science, history, etc) more applicable to the "real world".
Utilized a variety of manipulatives including, but not limited to: creative and journal writing, movies, music, and fine arts to teach material to reach audio, visual, and kinesthetic learners.
Adjusted lesson plans to fit the needs of all students.
Made important connections with students that involved empathy and understanding. Learning and Technology Assistant
University of British Columbia, Kelowna, BC Canada 09/2009 - 02/2013
Oversaw the daily performance of computer systems, including the pay-for-print application.
Worked in the school library delivering excellent customer service. EDUCATION
University of British Columbia Okanagan Kelowna, BC Canada Bachelor of Education in Secondary Education, GPA: 4.0 2013 - 2014
University of British Columbia Okanagan Kelowna, BC Canada Bachelor of Arts in English, GPA: 3.5
2009 - 2013
Rutland Senior Secondary Kelowna, BC Canada
High School Diploma
2007 - 2009
SKILLS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Completed certification on a variety of reading and math techniques, as well as ELL training.
5+ years of experience working both collaboratively and independently in a school environment teaching grades K-8.
Achieved "Teacher of the Month" for April at Williston Middle School.
Excellent knowledge of computers, tablets and word programs. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Professional Teaching License: Washington License # 527927H
Professional Teaching License: North Dakota
Professional Teaching License: B.C Canada, All levels and subjects.