Experience

Bloomington Public Schools District 87

• United States
• Primary and Secondary Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Instructional Coach (K-5)

  • Aug 2021 - Present

  Bloomington, Illinois, United States > Supported K-5th grade teachers with Tier 1 curriculum, instruction, and assessment. > Helped locate and organize resources, materials, tools, and information to support classroom instruction and planning, including new resources. > Assisted teachers with planning and pacing of lessons, the development of differentiated lessons, and the selection of best practices to meet the needs of their students. > Ensured high-quality instruction in classrooms through modeling… Show more > Supported K-5th grade teachers with Tier 1 curriculum, instruction, and assessment. > Helped locate and organize resources, materials, tools, and information to support classroom instruction and planning, including new resources. > Assisted teachers with planning and pacing of lessons, the development of differentiated lessons, and the selection of best practices to meet the needs of their students. > Ensured high-quality instruction in classrooms through modeling, co-planning, co-teaching, and providing feedback to teachers. > Developed professional learning documents and training for teachers and administrators. > Utilized Adult Learning Theory to motivate adult learners to improve professional practice. > Focused on strengths, collaboration, and common initiatives. > Promoted reflection and provided guidance and structure where needed.

• Professional Development Education Specialist

  • Aug 2008 - Present

  Bloomington, Illinois, United States Developed and led workshops and classes for pre-K - 12th grade teachers and substitute teachers on classroom technology and best practices.

• Elementary School Teacher

  • Aug 2000 - Aug 2021

  Bloomington, Illinois, United States > Created an atmosphere of curiosity and high expectations in the classroom. > Differentiated instruction to provide support and enrichment for all students. > Designed instructional materials for all curriculum areas on a daily basis. > Promoted goal-setting and a growth mindset. > Provided students with opportunities to excel and shine through publication and performance. > Introduced students to new technologies and linked their use to academic and real-life… Show more > Created an atmosphere of curiosity and high expectations in the classroom. > Differentiated instruction to provide support and enrichment for all students. > Designed instructional materials for all curriculum areas on a daily basis. > Promoted goal-setting and a growth mindset. > Provided students with opportunities to excel and shine through publication and performance. > Introduced students to new technologies and linked their use to academic and real-life scenarios. > Contributed to school-wide "One School, One Book" annual novel studies through self-made plays performed for the entire student body including acting, music, song, and shadow puppetry. > Modeled continual learning by taking educational and self-taught (Spanish, guitar) classes.