Terri Howells
Allentown
Summary
Accomplished teacher successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs and enhancing individual potential. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade Teacher
Dodd Elementary School (Allentown School District)
09.1999 - 06.2023
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Provided individualized and diversified instruction to support student comprehension and assist with navigating challenges.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
7th Grade Math Teacher
Trexler Middle School (Allentown School District)
10.1998 - 06.1999
- Mentored students on individual basis to help develop math skills.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Education
Cedar Crest College
Allentown, PA05.1998
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Technology Integration
- Differentiated Instruction
- Individualized Instruction
- Positive Reinforcement
- Cooperative Learning
- Individual Education Plans (IEP)
- Student Engagement
- Flexibility
Timeline
5th Grade Teacher
Dodd Elementary School (Allentown School District)
09.1999 - 06.2023
7th Grade Math Teacher
Trexler Middle School (Allentown School District)
10.1998 - 06.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Education
Cedar Crest College
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