Karyn Beck
Upper Chichester
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Garnet Valley School District, leveraging collaborative teaching and problem-solving skills to enhance student learning outcomes. Successfully implemented data-driven reading interventions, fostering significant improvements in student proficiency. Strong organizational abilities and effective parent-teacher communication established a supportive learning environment for all students.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Third Grade Teacher
Garnet Valley School District
08.2008 - Current
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices, enhancing overall teaching effectiveness.
- Assessed student understanding regularly using various formative assessment techniques, adjusting instruction accordingly for optimal results.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements.
- Established strong parent-teacher relationships to ensure open lines of communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Integrated social-emotional learning strategies into daily lessons, fostering empathy and emotional intelligence among students.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by implementing effective classroom management strategies and maintaining consistent expectations.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, resulting in a more cohesive instructional approach across grade level teams.
- Supported struggling students with targeted interventions, improving overall classroom performance.
Reading Specialist
Garnet Valley School District
08.2002 - 08.2008
- Analyzed data trends to identify areas of need and inform instructional decision-making processes related to reading interventions.
- Implemented research-based instructional practices to improve overall reading proficiency among students.
- Provided ongoing support for struggling readers by offering one-on-one tutoring sessions and small group instruction.
- Built positive and productive relationships with teachers to drive improvements to reading programs.
- Assisted in the selection and adoption of appropriate curriculum materials aligned with state standards and district goals.
- Collaborated with teachers to ensure consistent implementation of reading interventions across all subject areas.
Education
Master of Science - Reading
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA12-2001
Bachelor of Arts - English
Gettysburg College
Gettysburg05-1992
Skills
- Collaborative teaching
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving skills
- Organizational skills
- Classroom management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum development
Certification
Elementary K-6
Reading Specialist PK-12
English 7-12
Timeline
Third Grade Teacher
Garnet Valley School District
08.2008 - Current
Reading Specialist
Garnet Valley School District
08.2002 - 08.2008
Master of Science - Reading
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Arts - English
Gettysburg College
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