Teacher
CurrentHeart of Teaching Nominee (2020)Lead Teacher for third grade (2019)Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs and interests.Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children’s progress and to determine priorities for their children and their resource needs. Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.