Experienced, collaborative educator dedicated to supporting students in their academic and social emotional development. Eager to contribute to team success while continuing to learn and grow in community.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
2nd Grade Teacher
Hiawatha Academies
01.2025 - Current
Implement curricula including Bridges in Mathematics, EL Education, and Groves foundational literacy
Utilize Fastbridge as well as curriculum based assessments to assess and target instruction
Build classroom community utilizing Responsive Classroom and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) strategies
Collaborate with colleagues in Professional Learning Communities to improve student achievement across the grade-level
Dean of Instruction
Hiawatha Academies
07.2023 - 12.2024
Designed school-wide literacy strategy for students and staff in collaboration with district and school leaders
Developed staff to implement all tiers of literacy instruction through differentiated professional development opportunities and individualized coaching
Supported strong instruction through modeling evidence-based curriculum implementation and coordinating data-driven decision-making processes
4th Grade Teacher
Hiawatha Academies
08.2013 - 06.2023
Implemented curricula including Bridges in Mathematics, EL Education, Inquiry Journeys, and Groves foundational literacy
Managed classroom environment effectively, establishing clear expectations and consequences while fostering a respectful learning environment with a focus on Responsive Classroom practices
4th grade grade-level chair, Grade Band Chair, member of school-wide Instructional Leadership Team
Designed and led professional development for elementary teachers as Literacy Content Lead
Nonfiction Teacher
KIPP: Stand Academy
08.2011 - 06.2013
Created and implemented rigorous nonfiction curriculum with a focus on building students’ literacy skills while incorporating content from a variety of subject areas
Designed and taught enrichment classes including Improvisation, Web Design, and Science Experiments
Facilitated reading and math intervention lessons by utilizing benchmark assessments to drive remediation and review of focus objectives
Social Studies Teacher
Little Wound Middle School
08.2006 - 05.2011
Created and implemented rigorous and culturally relevant ancient civilizations, geography, and U.S. History curricula for sixth, seventh, and eighth grade students
Worked with a cross-cultural photography organization to secure resources and curriculum to start an after-school photography group for middle and high school student
Education
Master of Science - Reading
Minnesota State University
Mankato, MN
05-2018
Bachelor of Arts - History, French Studies, Theatre Arts
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
05.2006
Skills
Little Wound Middle School Teacher of the Year in 2010
Hiawatha Academies Exceptional Contribution Award in 2016
Certification
Tier 4 Elementary Education K-6 Teaching License
Tier 4 Reading K-12 Teaching License
Groves Certified Literacy Instructor
Groves Certified In-House Coach
Responsive Classroom trained
Timeline
2nd Grade Teacher
Hiawatha Academies
01.2025 - Current
Dean of Instruction
Hiawatha Academies
07.2023 - 12.2024
4th Grade Teacher
Hiawatha Academies
08.2013 - 06.2023
Nonfiction Teacher
KIPP: Stand Academy
08.2011 - 06.2013
Social Studies Teacher
Little Wound Middle School
08.2006 - 05.2011
Master of Science - Reading
Minnesota State University
Bachelor of Arts - History, French Studies, Theatre Arts
University of Minnesota
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