Special Skills

In the classroom:

Curriculum Development and Implementation, Classroom Management, Technology & Technology Integration, Reader's and Writer's Workshop,
Encouraging & Motivating Students, Daily 5 & Cafe, Assessing students' reading abilities through various tools (DRA, TPRI, STAR Reading, Rigby, running record),Data Analysis, Using Differentiated Teaching Methods, Modifying curriculum for special education students, and creating a Safe Learning Environment.

In technology:

Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Digital Camera Use, Photoshop, Google Blogspot, Youtube Channel, Educreation, Showme, iPad, Eduphoria, Aesop, Schoolwires, Skyward

In leadership, community, and creativity:

Delegating jobs and tasks, Demonstrating clear expectations, Creating engaging curriculum, Scheduling events, Facilitating group conversations, Contacting and speaking with parents, Mentoring 1st and 2nd year teachers, Explaining information to students, parents and colleagues, Establishing systems to keep my work ares organized, Conceiving new methods and techniques to pique student interest.