AMY SMITH
123 Main Street • Atlanta, Georgia • 30339
Home: (555) 555-1234, Cell: (555) 555-1235
asmith@sample~resume.com
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Desire a Challenging Position as Elementary School Teacher in a Reputable School
A highly talented, energetic, and enthusiastic Elementary School Teacher with proven expertise and experience in facilitating the learning of children ages 5 through 11 by using a variety of methods designed to hold student interest; helping students to learn new concepts and their application through the use of props, group activity, demonstration, and subject related tools.
Summary of Qualifications
Over 12 years of Solid experience.
In-depth knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Deep knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Sound knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Profound knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Extensive knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Uncommon knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
Excellent knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures and their history and origins.
Uncommon ability to teach others how to do something.
Proficiency at talking to others to convey information effectively.
Expertise at selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
In-depth ability to monitor/Assess performance of self, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Great ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Professional Experience
Cousins Private School, Stony Point, NY 2000 - Present
Elementary School Teacher
Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.
Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
Assign and grade class work and homework.
Read books to entire classes or small groups.
Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments in order to evaluate students' progress.
Cousins Private School, Stony Point, NY 1993 - 2000
Teacher Assistant
Assist in the educational and social development of pupils under the direction and guidance of the head teacher, SENCO and class teachers.
Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Programs for students and help monitor their progress.
Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities.
Work with other professionals, such as speech therapists and occupational therapists, as necessary.
Assist class teachers with maintaining student records.
Support students with emotional or behavioral problems and help develop their social skills.
Prepare and present displays of students' work.
Support class teachers in photocopying and other tasks in order to support teaching.
Undertake other duties from time to time as the head teacher requires.
Education and Professional Certification
A valid Nova Scotia Teacher's License
New York University, NY
BA Elementary Education (1995)
New York University, NY
Diploma Early Childhood Education (1992)