Karin Rozelle
Charlotte
Summary
Dedicated educator with 25 years of experience and a focus on lesson planning and classroom management. Proven ability to foster positive relationships and create supportive learning environments that enhance student engagement and growth.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator
Calvary Christian Academy
Charlotte
08.2022 - Current
- Facilitated interactive classroom discussions that increased student engagement and participation.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create a supportive learning environment.
- Communicated regularly with parents to keep them informed about student performance and behavior, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
- Created a safe, comfortable learning environment for students by establishing positive relationships with them.
- Planned classroom activities to enable students to work independently, in small groups and in large groups.
- Encouraged positive self-esteem and mutual respect among students, promoting a joyful learning atmosphere.
- Attended professional development workshops and seminars to stay abreast of new trends in education.
Educator
United Faith Christian Academy
Charlotte
08.2018 - 05.2022
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with administrators and department colleagues on curriculum planning and assessment strategies to align educational goals.
- Incorporated cooperative learning strategies into daily instruction.
- Tutored students needing extra help, providing targeted practice work that enhanced understanding of key concepts.
- Evaluated student progress and delivered constructive feedback regularly to support academic growth.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Encouraged positive self-esteem and mutual respect for others while instilling joy of learning and discovery.
Educator
Charlotte United Christian Academy
Charlotte
08.2005 - 06.2017
- Led interactive classroom discussions, significantly increasing student participation and engagement.
- Coordinated activities and resources that fostered student engagement and supported diverse learning needs.
- Worked with ABA (Applied Behavioral Analysis) teachers and integrated students with Autism into our classroom learning. Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create a supportive learning environment.
- Created a safe, comfortable learning environment for students by establishing positive relationships with them.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student performance and behavior.
Educator
Charlotte Mecklenburg School System
Charlotte
08.1993 - 06.1999
- Taught German lessons in Language Immersion program, planning and implementing diverse teaching strategies to support varied student learning needs.
- Developed engaging lesson plans that aligned with curriculum standards, promoting student understanding and interest.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on a regular basis.
- Established clear expectations for student behavior, fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and enhancing classroom engagement.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create a supportive learning environment.
Educator
John F. Kennedy German-American School
Berlin
08.1991 - 05.1993
- Engaged bilingual and non-bilingual students in immersive German and English lessons to enhance language proficiency
- Facilitated interactive classroom discussions to enhance student participation.
- Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student progress and understanding.
- Assisted in "Reading Lab" small group sessions, supporting students with literacy challenges to improve reading skills
- Collaborated with colleagues to create a supportive learning environment.
- Established positive relationships to create a safe, comfortable learning environment for students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NC05-1991
Skills
- lesson planning
- classroom management
- Curriculum development
- Group instruction
- cooperative learning
- Stakeholder engagement
- Conflict resolution
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Emotional intelligence
- relationship building
Timeline
Educator
Calvary Christian Academy
08.2022 - Current
Educator
United Faith Christian Academy
08.2018 - 05.2022
Educator
Charlotte United Christian Academy
08.2005 - 06.2017
Educator
Charlotte Mecklenburg School System
08.1993 - 06.1999
Educator
John F. Kennedy German-American School
08.1991 - 05.1993
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of North Carolina At Charlotte