Dedicated educator with expertise in classroom management and lesson planning. Committed to fostering student-centered learning and building strong relationships with families to drive student success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher, Grade 1
Lincoln Elementary School, Brunswick County Schools
Wilmington, NC
08.2017 - Current
Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with NC curriculum standards.
Implemented differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles.
Facilitated assessments and analyzed student data to best meet the needs of all students.
Attended and actively participated in regular IEP, 504, and IST meetings while advocating for student needs.
Served as a member of the Teacher Advisory Committee for two years and collaborated with district officials, school representatives, and community members.
Attended NCCAT and different state wide conferences alongside district officials and state representatives.
Mentored new teachers as they completed student teaching and as they worked through the district beginning teacher program.
Led a professional development for new teachers about building relationships with students and families.
Served as grade level chair and a member of the School Improvement Team.
Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication to support student success both inside and outside the classroom.
Served as chair of the Community Engagement Committee which focused on strengthening family, school, and community relationships through variety of events and programs.
Teacher, Grade 2
Our Lady of Fatima Academy, Diocese of Orange
San Clemente, CA
08.2015 - 06.2017
Created a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
Utilized educational technology to enhance instructional delivery and student engagement.
Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
Designed collaborative projects that assisted students in meeting academic standards and fostered creativity.
Collaborated with support staff and across different grade levels in efforts to meet the needs of all learners.
Fostered strong relationships with families and community members through newsletters, daily messages, weekly handwritten notes, and opportunities to volunteer within the classroom.
Advocated for students' social, emotional, and academic needs.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Fifth Grade
St. Joseph Catholic School, Archdiocese of Los Angeles
Long Beach, CA
11.2014 - 06.2015
Collaborated with faculty to align curriculum with educational standards and goals.
Fostered positive relationships with other staff members and families to promote student academic and social/emotional growth.
Participated in weekly staff meetings and engaged in parent conferences to support the growth of all learners in my class and throughout the school.
Provided constructive and immediate feedback when possible to hold students to high standards.
Adapted instructional strategies to meet individual student needs and learning paces.
Education
Teaching Credential - Elementary Education
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA
05-2013
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA
05-2012
Skills
Classroom management
Relationship building
Critical thinking
Lesson planning
Growth mindset
Student-centered learning
Accomplishments
Named "Teacher of the Year" at Lincoln Elementary School for 2022-2023.
Named "Elementary Teacher of the Year" for Brunswick County Schools for 2022-2023.
Certification
National Boards Certified Teacher
Youth Mental Health First Aid
LETRS Trained
Timeline
Teacher, Grade 1
Lincoln Elementary School, Brunswick County Schools
08.2017 - Current
Teacher, Grade 2
Our Lady of Fatima Academy, Diocese of Orange
08.2015 - 06.2017
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Fifth Grade
St. Joseph Catholic School, Archdiocese of Los Angeles