Carolyn Ruhnow
Centerville
Summary
Professional educator known for collaborative approach with teachers and students and adaptability in ever-evolving educational settings. Focus on critical thinking and communication. . Adept at leveraging diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs, ensuring comprehensive understanding of material.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher On Special Assignment
Centennial ISD 12
Circle Pines, MN
08.2021 - Current
- Coordinated Gifted Program - identified, supported, and extended learning for gifted students
- Coordinated and facilitated the New Teacher Mentor program - providing guidance on best practices and classroom techniques.
- Led professional development workshops focused on innovative teaching methodologies.
- Provided leadership in Elementary curriculum review, development and implementation
- Mentored new teachers,
- Supervised Minnesota State - Mankato student teachers in district classrooms
Classroom Teacher
Rice Lake Elementary
Lino Lakes, MN
09.2002 - 06.2021
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Managed student behavioral issues to optimize classroom learning environment.
- Assessed student learning and provided ongoing formative feedback for growth.
- Integrated technology tools to enhance learning experiences and improve student engagement.
Education
Master Of Arts (M.A.) - Elementary Education
St. Mary's University of Minnesota
Winona, MN06-1998
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building - teachers and students
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Cultural sensitivity
- Learning assessments
- Instructional best practices
Timeline
Teacher On Special Assignment
Centennial ISD 12
08.2021 - Current
Classroom Teacher
Rice Lake Elementary
09.2002 - 06.2021
Master Of Arts (M.A.) - Elementary Education
St. Mary's University of Minnesota
AWARDS
National Milken Educator Award - Nov 2010