Karen Allgaier
Suffolk
Summary
Elementary School Teacher with expertise in early education, child development and collaborative teaching methods. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and state standards. Confidently offers classroom instruction and personalized student support using balance of traditional and modern approaches.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Hampton City Schools
01.2015 - Current
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
- Created a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student progress and addressing concerns as needed.
Teacher's Assistant
Suffolk Public Schools
09.2014 - 12.2014
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Provided instructional support to students unable to attend regular classes.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Suffolk Public Schools
01.2013 - 06.2014
- Managed daily classroom routines efficiently, promoting a structured environment conducive to learning.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
Substitute Teacher
Department Of Defense Education
09.2011 - 05.2012
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
Preschool Teacher
Captain Kidds
10.1998 - 08.2001
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
Infant Teacher
Childcare Network
01.1997 - 10.1997
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Conducted regular observations and evaluations of infant growth, adjusting lesson plans as needed based on developmental progress.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Enhanced infant learning by implementing age-appropriate activities and educational games.
Education
Bachelor of Science - General Studies
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA12.1996
Skills
- Student Testing
- Child Development
- Oral communication
- Teacher Collaboration
- Curriculum Development
- Differentiated Instruction
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Class Management
- Behavior Management
- Zoom
Certification
CLASS Observer
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Hampton City Schools
01.2015 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Suffolk Public Schools
09.2014 - 12.2014
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Suffolk Public Schools
01.2013 - 06.2014
Substitute Teacher
Department Of Defense Education
09.2011 - 05.2012
Preschool Teacher
Captain Kidds
10.1998 - 08.2001
Infant Teacher
Childcare Network
01.1997 - 10.1997
Bachelor of Science - General Studies
Georgia Southern University
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