1. 16851 Roberts St. Mead, CO 80542 (720) 244-2585
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[email protected] Education University of Northern Colorado, Lowry Campus, Denver, CO Sept 2014 Master of Arts in Teaching, Elementary Education Metropolitan State University of Denver, Denver, CO Dec 2012 Bachelor of Arts, Speech Communication, Minor in English and Writing Work Experience St. Vrain ValleySchool District, Longmont, Co May 2014- Present Substitute Teacher, K-12 Provide lesson plan instruction, classroom behavior management, and community support for absent teachers in various grade levels and schools in the district. Utilize communication and organization skills for effective lesson presentation and learning assessment. Meet the diverse learning needs of the community with content development and modification. Model a love of lifetime learning and encourage to students to develop their strengths. Thompson Valley School District, Loveland, Co September 2014-Present Substitute Teacher, K-12 Provide lesson plan instruction, classroom behavior management, and community support for absent teachers in various grade levels and schools in the district. Research grade level academic standards to provide the most effective instruction practices for varied grade levels. Utilize communication and collaboration skills with grade level team members to support classroom consistency and structure for learners in the absence of their regular teacher. 2. Toni Sword 16851 Roberts St. Mead, CO 80542 (720) 244-2585
[email protected] Fall River Elementary, St. Vrain Valley Schools, Longmont, Co Jun-July 2014 Summer Program Teacher, 3rd Grade Collaborate with grade level team members to prepare and instruct STEM curriculum for students participating in extended summer grant program. Research academic standards to support curriculum and lesson presentation preparation to narrow and focus purposeful learning activities. Create and integrate supplemental learning activities supporting STEM curriculum, while managing records of learning growth development for instruction modification to meet students’ learning needs. Provide engaging content and presentation by utilizing public speaking experience and utilizing presentation applications such as Power Point and Prezi. Use and model problem solving skills related to scheduling changes, community member conflicts, and use of technology. Always have a back up plan for instruction and learner engagement. Strive PreparatorySchools, Denver Public Schools, Denver, Co Feb 2013-May 2013 Substitute Teacher Taught prepared lesson plans, proctor tests, and provide classroom management for absent teachers in various middle school and high school campus classrooms within the Strive charter school system. Research and follow the “Teach Like a Champion” method of instruction for consistency in varied grade level instruction provided in Strive learning communities. Model good citizenship, a love of learning, and tools for academic success. Longmont Police Department, Longmont, Co Aug 2006-May 2007 Emergency Communication Specialist Answered and assessed emergency calls based on caller interview and provided dispatch of police, medical, and fire, responder personnel. Collaborated with team members to provide timely, safe, and effective emergency response. 3. Toni Sword 16851 Roberts St. Mead, CO 80542 (720) 244-2585
[email protected] Utilized emergency communications applications to provide critical data for emergency responders and dispatch team members. Relied on strong communication skills to provide effective, calm, and clear emergency medical instruction for callers with medical emergencies. Tracked and provided incident information and reports in support of responders and public safety. PVHS, Poudre Valley Hospital/Urgent Care, Ft. Collins, Co Mar 2004-Jan 2007 Admissions Representative Provided patient relations services for emergency unit and hospital admissions including: patient demographic interview, insurance verification, and data processing by using strong interview and presentation skills. Effectively processed admissions and transfer data in a timely manner as ordered by hospital staff in consideration of patient medical needs. Facilitated urgent care patient registration including: patient demographic interview, insurance verification, and data processing. Managed medical records and made arrangements for supplemental testing and exams. Collaborated with emergency room and varied unit staff, medical professionals, and admissions team to provide best customer service for patients and families. Utilized medical computer applications such as Meditech and Clinicomp for timely patient record tracking and data entry. Skills I have acquired excellent written and verbal communication skills throughout my academic and work experiences with direct interviews with individuals and with large group public speaking presentations. I have an aptitude for computer applications on varied platforms, and I have extensive experience with Microsoft Office applications including Power point. 4. Toni Sword 16851 Roberts St. Mead, CO 80542 (720) 244-2585
[email protected] I have gained critical thinking skills and flexibility in my career experience through problem solving and performance reflection. I collaborate successfully with team members by communicating and asking questions, and I am happy to lend whatever support as needed. I independently use my time in an effective and purposeful manner to provide the best communication, instruction, and information presentation. References Janice Bengtson, 3rd Grade Teacher, Fall River Elementary, St. Vrain Valley School District 1400 Deerwood Dr. Longmont, CO 80504, (970) 443-8469 Email:
[email protected] Cooperating teacher for student teaching. Dr. Jennifer Guthals, Principal Fall River Elementary, St. Vrain Valley School District 1400 Deerwood Dr. Longmont, CO 80504, (720) 652-7920 Email:
[email protected] Elementary school principal Kelly Coleman, 5th Grade Teacher Mead Elementary School 520 Welker Ave Mead, CO 80542, (970)215-7161 Email:
[email protected] Classroom teacher supervising volunteer learner support.