Student-focused Educator seeks teaching position to contribute expertise toward actively supporting the academic community in delivering quality educations and optimizing individual/group performance

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Ø  Highly organized teaching professional with ability to manage multiple projects and varied teaching methods and styles, including Guided Reading, Use of Manipulatives, Rubrics, Team Teaching Approach, Graphic Organizers and KWL reading strategy

Ø  Exceptional at integrating creative and innovative curriculum and lesson plans that successfully addresses the needs of every student s learning style and optimizes their learning potential

Ø  Dynamic communicator able to foster superior classroom environments, effective parent-teacher relationships and collaborative working relationships with fellow educators and colleagues

Ø  Demonstrate exemplary leadership skills, supporting the highest of professional standards

Ø  Enthusiastic team-oriented player with passion for children of all ages

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Julia Ward Howe Academics Plus School, Philadelphia, PA                                          2006-Present

First-Grade Teacher

 

  Successfully develop and implement array of instruction and curriculum

  Efficiently adapt and guide curriculum to match variety of classroom settings and sizes

  Effective at utilizing balanced literacy approach to motivate children s thirst for learning

  Organize and teach guided reading groups; Efficiently integrate assessments toward instructional planning

  Boost student achievement through implementation of Harcourt Storytown;  Also generate proven results through Harcourt Trophies and Everyday Math curriculums

  Collaborate with Special Education teachers, exceeding the demands of special needs students

  Display strong ability to identify and refer students who struggle with learning barriers

 

James Lowell Elementary School, Philadelphia, PA                                                             2005-2006

First-Grade Teacher

 

  Excelled at integrating students learning English as a second language in the mainstream

  Achieved noted success teaching all core curriculum classes while addressing intermediate ESOL students, highlighted by the use of balanced and guided reading programs

  Performed frequent student assessment and crafted lesson plans in strict accordance and compliance with state-mandated standards

  Engineered collaborative efforts with ESOL instructor to meet and address all students needs

  Excelled at utilizing manipulatives to present math concepts, ultimately enhancing students math aptitude, classroom enthusiasm and test scores/grades

  Steered successful process that identified and addressed special-needs students, and enhanced overall performance of classroom constituents

 

 

 

Alexander K. McClure Elementary, Philadelphia, PA                                                            2004-2005

Third-Grade Teacher

 

  Experienced in the use of multiple instructional strategies, effectively addressing the needs of a diverse student population

  Noted ability in devising creative lesson plans based on the use of formal and informal assessment devices that tracked students progress

  Achieved dramatic increase in improved reading skills as integral member of Rocket Reader Committee that motivated children to spend more time on reading

  Showcased simple and fair classroom management style that led to high level of mutual respect and trust, ultimately leading to excellent rapport with pupils

  Displayed compelling strategies that encouraged strong parental involvement , leading to enhanced student-classroom participation and standardized test scores

 

John Welsh Elementary School, Philadelphia, PA                                                                 2003-2004

Literacy Intern Teacher

 

  Fostered enriching learning experience by incorporating variety of teaching techniques, including all aspects of balanced literacy and guided reading,  ultimately boosting student reading levels

  Effectively employed use of manipulatives in conjunction with other hands-on materials to increase student participation levels

  Successfully partnered with two teachers ensuring students were achieving their full potential

 

The Bala Cynwyd School for Young Children, Bala Cynwyd, PA                                         2001-2003

Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

 

  Maximized student outcomes by actively collaborating with therapeutic staff and IEP counselors to deliver comprehensive support

  Facilitated and led biannual parent-teacher conferences, efficiently keeping parents apprised of child s progress and successfully bridging the gap between home and school

  Created intensive literature curriculum eventually adopted at a nationally accredited school level by the Education of Young Children

 

Kindercare, Duluth, GA                                                                                                          2000-2001

Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher

 

Kids R Kids, Marietta, GA                                                                                                       1999-2000

Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

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Saint Joseph s University, Philadelphia, PA

Masters in Education, Elementary Education; 2004 (3.9 GPA)

Certification in Elementary Education; 2004

 

East  Stroudsburg University, East Stroudsburg, PA

Bachelor of Science, Dual Major, Psychology and Rehabilitative Services; 1999

 

Philadelphia Reading Academy, 2003-2004; New Teacher Academy, 2004-2005

 

 

 

 

 

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Hiring Agent Name

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Company Name

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Dear__________________:

 

I am currently seeking a challenging teaching opportunity with a dynamic institution and am submitting my resume for your review.  In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

As demonstrated in the accompanying resume, I offer a rich background as an Elementary School Teacher with exceptional skills and experience positively influencing early-childhood development. I am now eager to apply this dynamic results-oriented background toward delivering immediate results for your organization while building a progressive, long-term career of mutual benefit.

 

As an employee, you will find me to be someone who excels at developing and steering creative and innovative learning environments. I also offer keen experience in integrating students learning English as a second language.

 

 Additionally, I display superb communication and interpersonal relationship skills, resulting in superior classroom conditions and productive employee environments. I am confident I will be a valuable asset to your operations, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

 

Sincerely,

 

 

Beth Scull