Maria Bagwell
Chesapeake
Summary
Dynamic educator with proven success at Southwestern Elementary School, leveraging exceptional organizational skills and data analysis to enhance student learning outcomes. Adept at behavior management and fostering resilience in students, I create engaging, adaptive lesson plans that promote active participation and independent thinking. Committed to continuous professional development and collaboration with colleagues.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
ISS Coordinator
Southwestern Elementary School
Chesapeake
08.2024 - Current
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Participated in professional development activities related to best practices in behavior analysis.
- Analyzed student data and prescribed remediation and enrichment to meet learning needs.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Engaged in ongoing collaboration with school staff members regarding behavior management strategies.
- Utilized frequency charting, duration charting, time sampling and interval observations for appropriate behavior intervention.
1st Grade Long Term Substitute
Southwestern Elementary School
Chesapeake
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Implemented classroom rules to maintain order and discipline.
- Created an atmosphere conducive to learning by establishing clear expectations for behavior and performance.
- Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
- Assisted struggling students with classroom assignments with one-on-one tutoring.
- Communicated effectively with parents about student progress and concerns.
- Collaborated with regular teachers to ensure continuity of instruction.
- Engaged students in discussions to promote interest and drive learning.
- Addressed individual student needs and accommodated learning differences.
- Showed Powerpoint Presentations, videos and interactive websites to aid students with comprehension.
- Facilitated small group discussions among students about assigned topics or materials covered in class.
- Assessed student understanding through informal and formal methods.
- Encouraged student participation and active learning in the classroom.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback on assignments, tests, and projects.
- Graded tests and assignments using head teacher's grading guidelines.
5th Grade Teacher Assistant
Southwestern Elementary School
Chesapeake
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Maintained accurate and comprehensive records of student performance and attendance.
- Assessed student progress by grading tests, assignments and papers.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that maximized student engagement.
- Facilitated small group work sessions to provide individualized attention to students' needs.
- Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
3rd Grade Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Waterview Elementary School
Portsmouth
11.2019 - 06.2022
- Facilitate specialized subject matter(s), motivating all students to achieve maximum potential
- Assists in developing individualized instructional programs
- Instruct students in area(s) of specialization and subject matter specified in State law and administrative regulations and procedures of Portsmouth Public Schools
- Establishes and maintains standards of behavior
- Encourages students to think independently, develop and express original ideas
- Evaluates students' progress, maintains appropriate records, prepares progress reports
- Communicates with students, student counselors and parents through conferences and other means
- Maintains professional competence through in-service education and self-selected professional books and instructional materials
- Supervises and monitors student movement and escorts students to resources, bathrooms, buses, cafeteria, room changes and other activities in the building
- Participates in faculty committees and student activity sponsorship as required
- Performs administrative functions in computer based applications
- Models non discriminatory practices in all activities
- Performs related tasks as required
- Collaborated with regular teachers to ensure continuity of instruction.
- Maintained accurate records of student grades and attendance according to school policies.
- Graded tests and assignments using head teacher's grading guidelines.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Assessed student understanding through informal and formal methods.
- Instructed students on various topics, including English language arts, math, science, social studies, and technology.
- Adapted instruction based on individual needs while keeping within established curricular guidelines.
- Utilized educational technology to enhance learning experiences.
- Graded student assignments and exams and discussed results.
- Addressed individual student needs and accommodated learning differences.
- Implemented classroom rules to maintain order and discipline.
- Implemented safety procedures such as fire drills or lockdown drills as needed.
- Utilized positive reinforcement to motivate students.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians in order to promote student success.
Office Manager
Tidewater Vault & Monuments
Suffolk
04.2011 - 10.2019
- Monitored payments due from clients and promptly contacted clients with past due payments.
- Reviewed files and records to obtain information and respond to requests.
- Assisted with the preparation of budgets, forecasts and financial statements.
- Reviewed contracts for accuracy prior to signing off on behalf of the company.
- Answered phone calls, responded to emails, routed mail and coordinated courier services.
- Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
- Handled scheduling and managed timely and effective allocation of resources and calendars.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
- Interpreted and communicated work procedures and company policies to staff.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms and pricing.
Education
BAESELED -
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, Utah04.2025
AS Healthcare Administration -
Colorado Technical University
Denver, Colorado08.2016
Skills
- Microsoft Office: Word
- Microsoft Office: Excel
- Microsoft Office: Access
- Microsoft Office: Outlook
- Microsoft Office: PowerPoint
- Typing 50 WPM
- Problem Solving
- Excellent Customer Service Skills
- Exceptional Organizational Skills
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Data analysis
- Student assessment
- Adaptable teaching
- Time management abilities
- Information collection
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Problem-solving
Professional Highlights
- Proven leadership skills and ability to multitask.
- Meet deadlines and the ability to 'think out of the box' and get the job done.
- Reliable and hardworking with hands on experience in handling diverse tasks to ensure smooth office operations.
Accomplishments
- Member of NSLS
- Member of KDP Honor Society
Timeline
ISS Coordinator
Southwestern Elementary School
08.2024 - Current
1st Grade Long Term Substitute
Southwestern Elementary School
08.2023 - 06.2024
5th Grade Teacher Assistant
Southwestern Elementary School
08.2022 - 06.2023
3rd Grade Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Waterview Elementary School
11.2019 - 06.2022
Office Manager
Tidewater Vault & Monuments
04.2011 - 10.2019
BAESELED -
Western Governors University
AS Healthcare Administration -
Colorado Technical University
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