Dawn Horak
Peyton
Summary
Elementary educator dedicated to the growth and educational needs of children and self motivated to create a positive learning environment, with high energy, patience, flexibility, and organizational skills. Goal-driven professional fully committed to fostering the social and academic growth of each student.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
1ST GRADE - LEAD TEACHER
Rocky Mountain Classical Academy
06.2017 - Current
- Develop and implement engaging, age-appropriate lessons in core subjects, including reading, writing, math, science, and social studies
- (Curriculum: CKLA and Dimensions)
- Work closely with fellow teachers, school administrators, and support staff to coordinate educational activities and initiatives
- Use various teaching methods and educational tools to cater to different learning styles and abilities
- Participate in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with educational best practices and state standards
- Communicate with parents on a weekly or daily basis as needed
1ST GRADE TEACHER
Wildflower Elementary School
11.2016 - 05.2017
- Educate students of all abilities in a whole group and in small groups
- Used district curriculum maps to develop lesson plans
- Lesson plans were tailored to meet the needs and abilities of all students
- Actively involved in team planning, parent teacher conferences, staff meetings, professional developments and district meetings
PARA EDUCATOR (ESP) 1ST & 2ND GRADE
Wildflower Elementary School
08.2013 - 11.2016
- Educate and assist students of all abilities in small group settings
- Actively involved in team planning with the math, reading and writing teachers
- Substitute teach as needed for K-4 classrooms
- Involved in the intervention groups
- DIBELS testing (K-5)
STUDENT TEACHER
Garfield Elementary (through ESU)
08.2012 - 05.2013
- Developed and delivered lesson plans for all subject areas under the supervision of a mentor teacher
- Lesson plans were tailored to fit the needs and abilities of students with a variety of capabilities
- Involved in team planning, parent teacher conferences, staff meetings, and district meetings
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Emporia State University
Emporia, KS05-2013
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Butler Community College
El Dorado05-2009
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Differentiated instruction
- Professional development
- Parent-teacher communication
- Student engagement
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
1ST GRADE - LEAD TEACHER
Rocky Mountain Classical Academy
06.2017 - Current
1ST GRADE TEACHER
Wildflower Elementary School
11.2016 - 05.2017
PARA EDUCATOR (ESP) 1ST & 2ND GRADE
Wildflower Elementary School
08.2013 - 11.2016
STUDENT TEACHER
Garfield Elementary (through ESU)
08.2012 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Emporia State University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Butler Community College
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