USP English Teacher

• Aug 2022 - Present

Library Media Specialist

• Sep 2020 - Jun 2022

• Designed and taught lessons for grades 3-6: Google Apps, C.S. Principles, Coding, & Research.• Engaged grades K-2 in reading, active listening, book discussions, and creative expression. • Showcased diverse range of high-interest fiction to spark interest in reading. • Managed two libraries: circulation, ordering, shelving, mending, and recovering lost books. • Contacted parents to discuss behavior concerns as needed.• Collaborated on securing $5K Laura Bush Foundation grant with an alumnus for Ardmore Ave. E.S. Show less

Elementary Media Specialist

• Oct 2020 - Apr 2022

• Created engaging weekly announcements for Ardmore Avenue Elementary School.• Researched enrichment opportunities and events for students and families to include in the announcements.• Shared announcements with faculty and posted on Facebook every Sunday.

Cyber School Teacher

• Aug 2016 - Sep 2020

• Taught English Language Arts for Grades 7-12; taught Social Studies for Grades 7-11.• Provided academic support in core subjects and electives.• Ran daily Homeroom and semiweekly In-House, took attendance, and provided basic tech support.• Contacted struggling students to offer intervention plans and to discuss strategies for success.

Social Studies & English Teacher

• Aug 2014 - Aug 2016

• Taught English and Social Studies classes. • Focused on performance-based learning and peer collaboration experiences. • Encouraged students to critically analyze current events such as Central American immigration through the intertwining of politics, history, and economics. • Contacted parents to discuss academic and/or behavior concerns. • Taught English and Social Studies classes. • Focused on performance-based learning and peer collaboration experiences. • Encouraged students to critically analyze current events such as Central American immigration through the intertwining of politics, history, and economics. • Contacted parents to discuss academic and/or behavior concerns.

Social Studies Teacher & Learning Coach

• Aug 2009 - Jun 2014

• Taught a variety of Social Studies courses for grades 8-12 over the 5 years: US History, World Geography, World History, US Government, Psychology, Economics, and Philosophy. • Filled in as the substitute Spanish 1 teacher in the fall of 2010 for 2 months while teaching a full Social Studies course load. • Planned interactive lessons & assessments, graded student work, and tutored students. • Collaborated frequently with departmental and cohort colleagues to nurture student success. • Called group of students and parents regularly as their learning coach. • Harvested school data and wrote reports in support of administrative goals. • Planned field trips, attended school events, & participated in marketing activities. Show less