Adlai Metzger
Glenmoore
Summary
Proven, qualified, and dynamic educator with proven expertise in classroom management, differentiated instruction, and fostering a positive and engaging learning environment, honed across roles including First Grade Teacher at Upper Darby School District. Excelled in fostering student engagement and enhancing learning outcomes through innovative teaching strategies. Skilled in parent communication including those with language barriers, demonstrating exceptional teamwork and coordination. Renowned for creating positive learning environments and achieving significant student progress.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Upper Darby School District
08.2024 - Current
- Communicated regularly with parents through newsletters, phone calls, and conferences
- Provided individual attention to struggling learners using differentiated instruction techniques
- Created classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to age-level and interests of students
- Created a positive and safe classroom environment that fostered student collaboration and creativity via effective management and discipline techniques
- Provided individualized and small group instruction to adapt curriculum to needs of students
- Introduced problem solving activities which helped develop higher level thinking skills among pupils
- Modeled appropriate behavior management techniques in order to encourage self-regulation among students and create an effective learning atmosphere
- Employed effective communication strategies when addressing behavior issues in the classroom
- Assessed student performance through observation, questioning, and written tests
- Participated in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences and teacher training workshops
Kindergarten Prep Teacher
Bright Horizons Early Learning Center
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Teamed with other professionals to enhance student learning experiences.
- Boosted student engagement by using diverse teaching methods, including visual aids, audio tools, and interactive exercises.
- Developed customized lesson plans to accommodate individual student needs, promoting academic growth and success.
Permanent Building Substitute Teacher
STS through Royersford Elementary
11.2023 - Current
- Provided instruction to students in the absence of the regular classroom teacher
- Monitored and maintained a safe, orderly, and positive environment for students
- Encouraged student participation in class activities through active listening and questioning techniques
- Collaborated with colleagues to ensure successful implementation of instructional strategies
- Integrated technology into daily lessons when appropriate
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level
- Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students
Student Teacher
Evans Elementary School
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and interactive activities into lessons.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding them toward improvement while building their confidence in their abilities.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
Child Caretaker
Joe Thomas
11.2019 - Current
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement, using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline
- Communicated positively with children and guardians
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects
- Fostered close relationships with children by discussing school, friends, and hobbies
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education, International Business
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA05.2022
Skills
- Group Teaching Ability
- Coordination and Teamwork
- Parent Communication and Relationship Building
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Positive Reinforcement and Problem Solving
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Lesson Planning and Lesson Plan Development
- Student-Centered Learning and Differentiated Instruction
- Conflict Resolution
- Decision Making
- Time Management
- Discipline and Feedback
- Test Administration
- Classroom Technology
- Individualized Instruction
- Classroom Management
Websitesprofiles
https://18ametzgerstem.wixsite.com/classroomguide
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Upper Darby School District
08.2024 - Current
Kindergarten Prep Teacher
Bright Horizons Early Learning Center
07.2024 - 08.2024
Permanent Building Substitute Teacher
STS through Royersford Elementary
11.2023 - Current
Student Teacher
Evans Elementary School
01.2022 - 05.2022
Child Caretaker
Joe Thomas
11.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education, International Business
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
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