Experience

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  South euclid-lyndhurst city schools

  Aug 2009 - Jul 2012

  Title 1 mathematics teacher

  Provided targeted math intervention to students in grades four through six struggling with number sense and mathematical processes.Collaborated with math teachers across grade levels to develop and implement effective remediation strategies for underperforming students.

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  Chardon local schools

  Aug 2012 - Jun 2015

  5th grade teacher

  Developed and delivered engaging Common Core Math curriculum to all fifth-grade students, catering to a diverse range of ability levels.Analyzed student data from MAP and PARCC assessments to identify individual strengths and learning gaps.Collaborated with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of elementary school programs.Established clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicated those objectives to students.Integrated technology strategically into lessons, fostering student participation, interaction, and engagement.Led a student video announcements team, teaching them video editing and Google Drive applications for impactful communication. Show less

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  Mcgraw-hill education

  Jun 2015 - Jun 2017

  Assistant academic designer

  Developed K-8 mathematics intervention instructional materials delivered digitally and in print.Produced accurate, error-free, high-quality products that met curriculum standards and displayed appropriate content, reading level, grammar, and style.Researched trends, issues, content standards, and competitive products.Communicated project requirements to authors, consultants, vendors, and freelance editors.Worked in a Content Management System to assemble and produce educational content.Worked on digital products with tasks such as metadata tagging, concept mapping, and digital editing.Tracked and followed approved workflows at all stages to meet all intermediate and final schedules.Collaborated on cross-functional teams to ensure that market requirements, project schedules, and product goals were met. Show less

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  Newton county school district

  Jul 2017 - Jun 2018

  Stem math teacher

  Developed engaging mathematics lesson plans aligned to state standards for seventh grade, integrating science and technology concepts to foster deeper understanding.Differentiated instruction catered to individual student strengths and weaknesses, ensuring all learners were challenged and supported.Utilized research-based instructional strategies to deliver content effectively and promote student engagement.Collaborated with colleagues in a Professional Learning Community to actively improve instructional practices.Leveraged instructional technology tools to enhance daily lessons, fostering deeper understanding and boosting student achievement.Analyzed assessment data in order to drive instruction and improve student achievement. Show less

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  Chardon local schools

  Aug 2019 - now

  6th grade math teacher

  Led successful implementation of the Desmos Math Curriculum in a middle school following a pilot program.Engaged sixth and seventh graders in the Desmos Math Curriculum, utilizing both paper and digital Desmos Activities.Collaborated with school administrators to address challenges and ensure program fidelity.Facilitated professional learning communities (PLCs) focused on effective use of Desmos Math Curriculum and instructional strategies.Demonstrated leadership by spearheading the training of new colleagues and ensuring consistency in implementing engaging, cohesive activities across the grade level. Provided ongoing support to teachers throughout the curriculum adoption process, fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.Facilitated weekly team meetings, fostering open communication and problem-solving.Provided ongoing support to colleagues by facilitating the implementation of instructional technology and troubleshooting general tech issues. Show less