Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Action Research
Academic Honors
Pd Certifications
Timeline
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Caroline Ulmer

Caroline Ulmer

Fayetteville

Summary

Energetic and compassionate individual deeply committed to fostering a positive learning environment. Strong background in instructional strategies and social-emotional development. Well-equipped to create a nurturing space that encourages student growth and academic success. Expertise in lesson planning and classroom management enhances ability to provide effective instruction. Passionate about creating a supportive atmosphere that promotes both personal and academic development for all students.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Classroom Teacher

Sonora Elementary
08.2024 - Current
  • Established a culture of learning through clear expectations and procedures, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
  • Created lessons that targeted the 'whole student' by implementing differentiation strategies, targeted interventions, and enrichment activities
  • Collaboratively participated in CTM and ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly
  • Utilized daily formative assessments to gather data on student understanding to guide educational decisions
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication and family workshops, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
  • Encouraged an inclusive classroom culture that values diversity and respects different perspectives, strengthening relationships among students and staff

Student Teacher

Monitor Elementary
10.2023 - 05.2024
  • Maintained a safe, nurturing environment for children and followed prescribed procedures for optimal care
  • Participated in PLC process with grade level team and school
  • Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.

Substitute Teacher

Monitor Elementary
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Seamlessly integrated into classrooms, providing continuity in education during teacher absences

Student Teacher

Monitor Elementary
08.2023 - 10.2023
  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
  • Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
  • Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.

Substitute Teacher

Montessori School
08.2021 - 01.2022
  • Guided students through self-directed activities, promoting independence and a love for learning
  • Seamlessly integrated into classrooms, providing continuity in education during teacher absences

Education

Master of Arts - Teaching

University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR
05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education: K-6

University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR
05.2023

Skills

  • Team Collaboration
  • Adaptable
  • Classroom management
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Project-based learning
  • Accountable and Honest

Action Research

The Effects of Explicit Instruction Using Culturally Appropriate Math Problem-Solving Instruction


Led an action research study to implement explicit math problem-solving strategies that were culturally responsive. The research focused on integrating culturally relevant teaching methods, such as real-world problem scenarios, diverse mathematical examples, and context-based teaching, to enhance student understanding and engagement. Positive results were observed in increased student participation, improved problem-solving skills, and greater academic achievement, demonstrating the effectiveness of culturally relevant pedagogy in math instruction.

Academic Honors

  • Dean's List, 12/19 - 05/23
  • Chancellors List, 12/19, 12/20 - 05/23
  • Summa Cum Laude, 05/23

Pd Certifications

  • Project Learning Tree
  • Adult, Child, and Baby First Aid/CPR/ED
  • Multiple Tiered Systems of Support
  • Project WET
  • Phonics First
  • Math Quest
  • Anti-Bullying
  • Child Maltreatment
  • Seizure Training
  • Human Trafficking
  • Code of Ethics

Timeline

Classroom Teacher

Sonora Elementary
08.2024 - Current

Student Teacher

Monitor Elementary
10.2023 - 05.2024

Substitute Teacher

Monitor Elementary
08.2023 - 05.2024

Student Teacher

Monitor Elementary
08.2023 - 10.2023

Substitute Teacher

Montessori School
08.2021 - 01.2022

Master of Arts - Teaching

University of Arkansas

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education: K-6

University of Arkansas
Caroline Ulmer