Elizabeth Hunter

Completed CMSTEP (Cincinnati Montessori Secondary Teacher Education Program) and received credentials in 2013. As a Montessori Humanities teacher I created integrated lesson for English and Social Studies for seventh and eight graders. Also intertwined in each work cycle, I did group initiatives, solo time, field studies, community meals, and Erdkinder experiences for my students. I also:

• Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
• Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
• Assessed and evaluated student performance through use of standardized testing.
• Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
• Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
• Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
• Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
• Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
• Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
• Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
• Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
• Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
• Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.

• Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
• Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules, and language skills.
• Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
• Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
• Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
• Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
• Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
• Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
• Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
• Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
• Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Assessed and evaluated student performance through use of standardized testing.
• Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.

• Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
• Goal-oriented professional with proven success in applying analytical skills to solve complex problems and overcome challenges. Dedicated to enhancing team performance and driving business success.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

• Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
• Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
• Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
• Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
• Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
• Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
• Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
• Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
• Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
• Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
• Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.