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Ames, Ia, Us

Ames, Iowa, United States

- Use current research and evidence based instructional practices to create a diverse learning environment- Leverage effective listening skills, attention to detail and strong intellectual curiosity - Use data to make informative behavior and academic decisions - Understand students’ needs and gaps in learning to focus on instructional solutions to include challenge and bridge learning gaps- Maintained classroom management plan that employed clear and concise expectations along with follow through- Teacher sponsor for after school Writers Den, extracurricular activities and for a nationally recognized Space Club

Ames, Iowa, United States

- Taught Reading and Social Skills to students with behavioral needs in a smaller setting- Successfully presented and integrated a new instructional framework that led to the development of a new class, ultimately, improving student’s writing skills. - Created curriculum along with a safe environment to meet the needs of all learners - Collaborated with parents, faculty and staff to handle difficult situations, with empathy, discretion, tact and diplomacy- Managed a volunteer-based community partnership after school tutor program- Pioneered a community cultural integration learning event

Des Moines Metropolitan Area

- Provided mentoring support for future teachers- Evaluated future educators on lessons, professionalism and methods- Used ORID (Objective, Reflective, Interpretative, Decisional) Questioning to develop feedback- Offered written and verbal, quality, feedback and recommendations for improvement on lessons, planning and teaching, similar to an annual review

Des Moines, Iowa, United States

- Acted as liaison between teachers and administrators to advocate for staff - Coordinated with leadership to be sure staff were trained and informed on budling level changes - Lead workshops to train staff on fluency and instructional literacy practices- Special Education Team lead, helped lead and collaborate with the building to develop a data informed decision-making process- Facilitated workshops to promote active learning through individual instruction, small group and large group problem-solving assignments. - Lead workshops to train staff on fluency and instructional literacy practices

Des Moines, Iowa, United States

- Developed and implemented Individual Education Programs (IEP) tailoring learning goals for individual students’ needs - Designed a socials skills class that focused on meeting students behavioral, social, personal and academic development- Created and implemented research-based strategies for exceptional learners in order to improve their ability to be included in the mainstream classroom- Trained and consulted with teachers on modifications and accommodations for instructions and materials to meet the needs of diverse learners