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Andrea Yoder

Lebanon

Summary

Dynamic elementary teacher with a background in creating engaging lesson plans, adhering to curriculum guidelines. Strengths include exceptional ability to foster nurturing classroom environment, combining educational theory and practice to deliver effective instruction. Experienced with phonics and Balanced Literacy strategies that scaffold young learners to become successful readers and writers. Passionate about developing strong virtues in today's youth.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Elementary Teacher, Kdg-2nd Grade

Lebanon Community Schools
Lebanon
08.2000 - 05.2024
  • Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state standards and the adopted curriculum to meet educational objectives..
  • Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback, and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
  • Developed open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and administration.
  • Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement.

Kindergarten Teacher

Crestwood School District
Paris
08.1993 - 05.2000
  • Employed developmentally appropriate practices to cultivate a passion for learning in students.

Education

Master of Science - Education

Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN
06-2006

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL
05-1993

Skills

  • Balanced Literacy training
  • Orton Gillingham Phonics
  • CLASS Training
  • Neuroscience Workshops
  • Kristina Smekens, writing professional development

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Elementary Teacher, Kdg-2nd Grade

Lebanon Community Schools
08.2000 - 05.2024

Kindergarten Teacher

Crestwood School District
08.1993 - 05.2000

Master of Science - Education

Indiana Wesleyan University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Eastern Illinois University
Andrea Yoder