substitute teacher

Posted on: 2006-01-20

Janna D. Tobergte 12438 SW Aspen Ridge Dr., Tigard, OR 97224 [email protected] home: (503) 670-7517 cell: (503) 422-2708 OBJECTIVE: • To find an environment for teaching that enriches and challenges my teaching abilities in a community of educators dedicated to learning. EDUCATION: George Fox University, Newberg, OR April 2005 Master of Arts in Teaching George Fox University, Newberg, OR May 2000 Bachelor of Arts, Christian Ministry Focus on Youth Ministry with Camp Programming minor CERTIFICATION: State of Oregon Initial Teaching License – Expires 2/21/2009 TEACHING EXPERIENCE: Substitute Teaching, October 2005 - Present Beaverton School District, Hillsboro School District, Sherwood School District, and West Linn – Wilsonville School District • Substituted at all levels Elementary (all grades), Middle, and High School • Scored DIBELS testing • Taught computer lab to grades 1st – 5th • Worked in Secondary Resource Rooms and Special Ed. Behavior Resource Room • Taught High School Social Studies and Science Middleton Elementary, Sherwood School District Student Teacher – Kindergarten January 2005 – April 2005 • Solo taught for four weeks all subjects encompassing school curriculum and original lessons. • Created and implemented an author study of Eric Carle incorporating seven different state content standard areas. • Taught Scholastics reading program utilizing small groups. • Engaged students in a problem solving unit of Bridges curriculum. • Assessed students using anecdotal records, pre-tests vs. post test, and observations • Worked one-on-one with students to improve letter formation and letter recognition. • Communicated with parents on a regular basis with notes home, newsletters, and during morning drop off times. Forest Hills Elementary, Lake Oswego School District Student Teacher – Fifth/Six Blend September 2005 – October 2005 • Directed students in a FOSS science kit on mixtures and solution, which interested students in the discipline of science. • Creatively presented an original language arts lesson on metaphors, similes, and personifications integrating art. • Guided students in use of computer lab. ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE: Knowledge Beginnings, Tigard, OR Preschool Teacher (2½ years – 4 years old) September 2002 – present Toddler Teacher (12 months – 2½ years old) September 2001 – June 2002 • Planned and implemented age appropriate curriculum involving whole group and individual learning centers. • Created a safe environment for playing and learning. • Trained new teachers on an appropriate toddler / preschool program. • Effectively communicated with parents on a daily basis regarding children’s needs.