Ryan Happy
Grand Rapids
Summary
Passionate educator with diverse experience across various learning environments, including specialized and mainstream settings. Skilled in creating engaging curriculums tailored to individual student needs, fostering inclusive classroom atmospheres that inspire curiosity and learning. Demonstrated ability to adapt teaching methodologies to enhance student understanding and achievement. Successfully implemented innovative teaching strategies that improved learner engagement and academic performance. I am an attentive and adaptable Teacher skilled in management of classroom operations. Effective in leveraging student feedback to create dynamic lesson plans that address individual strengths and weaknesses. Dedicated and motivated to encourage student growth through carefully monitored academic progress.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Kootasca
Grand Rapids
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted classroom teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans.
- Promoted a cooperative learning environment that encourages collaboration among students.
- Assessed student progress through observation, testing, and feedback from teachers.
- Attended faculty meetings as requested by the lead teacher.
- Utilized technology such as computers, projectors, iPads. to enhance lessons.
- Supervised small group activities.
- Provided individualized instruction to students who needed additional assistance.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills among students by posing thought-provoking questions during class discussions.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching strategies.
- Helped maintain a safe and orderly learning environment.
CTSS Worker/Practitioner, and Case Manager
Children's Mental Health (CMHS)
Grand Rapids
08.2023 - 09.2024
- Advised family members of client families on effective strategies for working with challenging behaviors.
- Coordinated transportation services for clients who lacked access to reliable transportation.
- Attended court hearings as a representative of the organization when needed.
- Conducted home visits to assess the safety of living environments for clients.
- Provided crisis intervention support for clients in emergency situations.
- Provided referrals to appropriate health care providers or other community resources.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation according to agency guidelines.
- Educated clients about mental health conditions, medications and self-care techniques.
- Worked in preschools and helped clients in classrooms with their socio-emotional learning.
- Assessed clients' needs, developed service plans and monitored progress towards goals.
Residential Advisor Upward Bound
Itasca Community College
Grand Rapids
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Conducted regular room inspections to ensure that all safety standards were being met.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary to address behavioral issues or emergencies.
- Developed strategies for conflict resolution among residents.
- Conducted weekly meetings with residents to discuss issues and plan events.
- Facilitated programs such as study sessions, movie nights, and intramural sports activities.
- Created opportunities for students to engage in leadership development activities.
- Monitored fire safety equipment, including smoke alarms, fire extinguishers, and emergency exits.
- Established strong relationships with faculty members and staff to ensure the smooth functioning of the residence hall environment.
Full Time Sub
Kootasca
Grand Rapids
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with team and management to achieve outstanding student outcomes.
- Differentiated teaching strategies to address individual needs of all children.
- Contributed innovative ideas to enhance team performance and classroom effectiveness.
- Utilized computer skills to research and plan engaging classroom activities.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve exceptional outcomes for all students.
- Helped students master assignments and reinforced learning concepts presented by teachers.
Student Teacher
Saint Scholastica & Itasca Community College
Grand Rapids
08.2019 - 01.2023
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies.
- Created interactive presentations using multimedia resources such as videos, slideshows.
- Implemented assessment tools to identify academic gaps or needs among students.
- Mentored and tutored students in a variety of educational topics.
- Observed educators teaching various lessons, interacting with students and managing classrooms to gain insight and understanding of duties and responsibilities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies
Saint Scholastica
Duluth, MN05-2023
Associate of Arts - Class ACT
Itasca Community College
Grand Rapids, MN.01.2021
Skills
Communication skills
- Efficiency and productivity
- Strong work ethic
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management strategies
- Crisis intervention techniques
- Individualized instruction methods
- Technology integration
- Conflict resolution strategies
- Team building activities
- Professional development initiatives
- Time management skills
- Differentiated instruction approaches
- Active supervision techniques
- Conscious discipline practices
Volunteer Experience
- Hill City Food Shelter, Summer 2017
- School Concession Stands, Fall 2015-2018
- ICC Upward Bound, Roadside clean-up, Spring 2015
- ICC Upward Bound, Participated in homeless shelters, Spring 2016
- ICC Upward Bound, Tutor, Not specified
- ICC Upward Bound, Residential Advisor, 2023
- Class ACT & Saint Scholastica School, Student Teaching, Over 400+ Hours
Awards
- Helping hand Certificate for Food Shelf, Not specified
- Happy to help award, Walmart, Winter 2016
- Chamber of commerce (customer service) award, Chamber of commerce, Winter 2018
- Bill Gates scholarship award, ICC Foundation, Spring 2019
Certification
- I have attached my Certificates to my Resume
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Kootasca
09.2024 - Current
CTSS Worker/Practitioner, and Case Manager
Children's Mental Health (CMHS)
08.2023 - 09.2024
Residential Advisor Upward Bound
Itasca Community College
06.2023 - 07.2023
Full Time Sub
Kootasca
01.2023 - 05.2023
Student Teacher
Saint Scholastica & Itasca Community College
08.2019 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies
Saint Scholastica
Associate of Arts - Class ACT
Itasca Community College
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