Theresa Anderson
Tahoe Vista
Summary
Experienced and highly qualified master-certified teacher with a proven track record in designing and implementing unique educational programs that engage students and foster their growth and creativity. Dedicated to building positive partnerships with families to create a supportive learning environment. Implements effective behavior management strategies through strong relationships, consistent routines, and empowering students to peacefully resolve conflicts.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Creekside Charter School
08.2010 - Current
- Created and run unique Forest Kindergarten program
- Academic team lead responsible for running weekly meetings, liaison between director and staff, plan assemblies, events and trainings.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Built positive relationships with students, families, and staff for safe, trusted learning support.
9 Year Old Teacher
Quality Schools International
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding
- Enhanced student learning by optimizing wide range of instructional approaches and innovative classroom activities
- Collaborated with faculty members to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives
Children's Ski Coach
Alpine Meadows Ski Resort
10.1991 - 04.2018
- Trained staff in ski instruction best practices
- Led mountain safety meeting
Art Camp Instructor
North Tahoe Arts
06.2010 - 08.2017
- Lead teacher summer art camp
- Lesson planning and instruction of projects including mosaics, sculptures, oil pastels, paper mache, knitting, needlepoint, water colors, portraits, plain air drawing and collage.
GATE Teacher
North Tahoe Middle School
09.2009 - 06.2010
- Planned and led challenging activities for gifted and talented students in before school program
Substitute Teacher
Tahoe Truckee School District
09.2008 - 06.2010
Math Intervention Teacher
Tahoe Lake Elementary School
03.2010 - 04.2010
- Small group pull out support
- Planned and implemented strategies to support students
Summer School Teacher
Tahoe Truckee School District
06.1993 - 07.1995
- Designed curriculum for enrichment classes
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05-2020
Teaching Credential - Credential Program
California State University Long Beach
Long Beach, CA1992
Bachelor of Science - Social Science
University Of California Irvine
Irvine, CA1989
Skills
- Staff trainer for new teachers
- Academic Team lead
- Strong team collaborator
- Flexible
- Problem solver
- Positive attitude
- Excellent parent communication
Affiliations
- PBIS: Positive Behavior Implementation System
- Carnegie Foundation Summit on improvement in Education
- Science Institute at the Monterey Bay Aquarium, levels 1 and 2
- Visual Learning Workshop based on Harvard's Project
- Kim Sutton Math Workshop
- California Kindergarten Conference for Educators
- Nellie Edge Writing Conference
Timeline
9 Year Old Teacher
Quality Schools International
08.2018 - 06.2019
Kindergarten Teacher
Creekside Charter School
08.2010 - Current
Art Camp Instructor
North Tahoe Arts
06.2010 - 08.2017
Math Intervention Teacher
Tahoe Lake Elementary School
03.2010 - 04.2010
GATE Teacher
North Tahoe Middle School
09.2009 - 06.2010
Substitute Teacher
Tahoe Truckee School District
09.2008 - 06.2010
Summer School Teacher
Tahoe Truckee School District
06.1993 - 07.1995
Children's Ski Coach
Alpine Meadows Ski Resort
10.1991 - 04.2018
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Western Governors University
Teaching Credential - Credential Program
California State University Long Beach
Bachelor of Science - Social Science
University Of California Irvine
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