Karen Martin
Menifee
Summary
Upbeat teacher devoted to promoting student learning and strengthening individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with an analytical mindset and good decision-making skills. Professional Teacher focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. Skilled lecturer, discussion facilitator and hands-on leader focused on student success. Excels at meeting and exceeding district standards.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High School Teacher
Leadership Military Academy
08.2014 - 08.2023
- Prepare materials for lessons, assignments and assessments and evaluate, correct and grade the performance of students.
- Integrate technology into daily lesson plans to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
- Communicate student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Assisted students in developing unique artistic skills and techniques.
- Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
- Assessed student work and provided constructive feedback.
- Assisted in development of college and career readiness programs.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
- Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
Dance Coach
Norte Vista High School
09.2000 - 07.2016
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support three groups of 20 students.
- Maintain a positive learning environment.
- Worked closely with students and parents to increase positive feedback from parents and boost overall student success.
- Monitored student progress and provided individualized instruction to meet student needs and goals.
- Provided feedback, guidance and support to students on participation and performance.
- Met needs of different students by adapting teaching materials and methods.
- Organized activities to promote learning and increase student enjoyment.
Education
Master of Science - Counseling Psychology
California Baptist University
Riverside, CA05.2016
Credential -
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA2014
Skills
- Instructing and monitoring
- Learning strategies and evaluations methods
- Proficient in Common Curriculum
- Communication and social perceptiveness
- Time management
- Active listening and persuasion
- Collaborative and team oriented
- Instructional Design
- Effective Listening
- Dance Promotion
- Assess Students
- Training Exercises
- Competition Readiness
- Practice Scheduling
- Exercise Management
- Positive Interactions
- Strength and Conditioning
- Competitive Assessment
- Recital Planning
- Project Requirements
- Safety Standards
- Community Relations
Certification
- Certified California Teaching Certification- (2014),
Timeline
High School Teacher
Leadership Military Academy
08.2014 - 08.2023
Dance Coach
Norte Vista High School
09.2000 - 07.2016
Master of Science - Counseling Psychology
California Baptist University
Credential -
University of California, Riverside
- Certified California Teaching Certification- (2014),
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