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SUMMARY

Resourceful Middle School Teacher with experience providing students effective and

comprehensive education. Multifaceted background teaching key principles of writing,

grammar and literature with a focus on essays. Excellent classroom management ability with

affinity for learning and integrating multimedia strategies. Experienced with various learning

styles and differentiation. CRC training and enthusiastic in offering solid comprehension of

cultural diversity.

SKILLS

Multimedia integration, Zoom during

the year schools closed for the

Pandemic, Promethean Board in the

classroom

Grading protocols

Standardized tests

Lesson plan development

Innovative lesson planning

Tutoring and after school help

CRC oriented lesson planning

Arizona Teaching Certification

elementary to grade 8

Testing for Assessment for Professional

Knowledge Secondary (Dec 21)

Elementary education (long term sub in

Arizona and UK)

EXPERIENCE

Classroom Teacher

Tucson, AZ

Magee Middle School, TUSD/ Aug 2021 to Nov 2021

Maintained positive classroom environments by reinforcing rules for behavior and

relationship-building actions.

Developed lessons, activities and materials to cover required course material.

Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school

administrators.

Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in

students of differing skill levels.

Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for

improvement.

Tracked attendance, assignments, grades and class participation for students.

Worked with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for

struggling students.

Taught groups of up to 30 students and provided individual support as needed.

Classroom Teacher

Tucson, AZ

Gridley Middle School/ Aug 2017 to May 2019

Taught 8th grade ELA and journalism

Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers, and school

administrators.

Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in

students of differing skill levels.

Administered and graded class tests to evaluate student progress and comprehension.

2305 W. Ruthrauff Rd. D4

Tucson, Arizona 85705

Tracked attendance, assignments, grades and class participation for students.

Communicated with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for

improvement.

Implemented school guide classroom management plan

Classroom Teacher

Tucson, AZ

Secrist Middle School/ Aug 2016 to Aug 2017

ELA teacher for 6th grade.

Improved AZMerit scores from previous year

Maintained positive classroom environments by reinforcing rules for behavior and

relationship-building actions.

Developed lessons, activities and materials to cover required course material.

Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for

improvement.

Tracked attendance, assignments, grades and class participation for students.

Established and communicated clear learning objectives to foster student progress and

academic performance.

Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.

Administered tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and

knowledge of course materials.

Graded tests and papers and uploaded grading information to district system.

Substitute Teacher

Peterborough, England

Arthur Mellows High School/ Sep 2013 to Jul 2015

Planned choreography for group performances and recitals.

Prepared and delivered carefully-crafted lessons to introduce students to proper dance

techniques and positions while building ballet knowledge.

Delivered individual instruction to students in between group classes.

Upheld studio guidelines and legal requirements for dancer and staff protection.

Interacted effectively by email, phone and in person with students, parents and staff

members.

Maintained attendance and rehearsal schedules for classes.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Education For Certificaation

Pima Community College

Tucson, AZ

Master of Arts: Dance And Choreography

New York University Jun 1981

New York, NY

Bachelor of Arts: Dance And Choreography

California State University, Long Beach Jun 1976

California

YOGA, SCUBA DIVING AND READING

As a scuba diver I have visited the Atlantic coast investigating ship wrecks, and in Egypt and the

Maldive diving for observing the abundant and varied ocean life, including sharks and a Moray

Ell.

Yoga classes have been a way of continue movement in my life and recognize how much yoga

inspired movement has been in my dance training.

Reading continues to provide me with adventures and insight beyond what one life can liv

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