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Heather Bender

Prescott

Summary

Seasoned educator with 19 years of experience developing lesson plans and teaching techniques to effectively instruct students in Math, Science, ELA and Social Studies. Adept at communicating with students of all backgrounds. Reliable candidate ready to take on challenges using problem-solving and task prioritization skills to help the team to succeed.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Math Teacher

Prescott Unified School District
07.2023 - Current
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Adapted teaching style to accommodate diverse learning needs, resulting in improved academic performance for all students.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting a deeper understanding of mathematical connections across subjects.
  • Implemented data-driven instruction by analyzing student performance data to inform lesson planning and differentiation strategies.
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, fostering a supportive home-school partnership.

Math Intervention Teacher

Prescott Unified School District
07.2022 - 06.2023
  • Applied current best practices in teaching mathematical concepts, principles, and skills
  • Resolved students' behavioral and academic issues in collaboration with family members, teachers and counselors
  • Maintained order in classroom and improved students' behavior using positive reinforcement
  • Engaged students with diverse instructional techniques and technological options
  • Met administrative requirements by maintaining comprehensive student records and producing required reports

Special Education Paraprofessional

Prescott Unified School District
08.2020 - 06.2022
  • Helped students realize rigorous academic goals outlined in IEPs
  • Supported student engagement with implementation of behavior management strategies
  • Improved students' access to grade-level content with special accommodations and modifications

Teacher's Assistant

Pleasant Valley School District
04.2006 - 07.2020
  • Maintained positive learning experience for students with diverse backgrounds
  • Planned and used appropriate instructional and learning activities, materials and technology
  • Developed, planned and prepared classroom activities
  • Conducted one-on-one and group tutoring to assist students with difficult lessons
  • Helped struggling students with problem areas to build confidence
  • Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students
  • Contributed to course instruction by preparing lesson plans and directly teaching students

Education

Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Secondary Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
11-2025

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Psychology

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, Arizona
02.2023

Skills

  • Student development
  • Parent relations
  • Student reporting
  • Self-starter
  • Student needs assessment
  • Group instruction
  • Academic material selection
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Lesson Planning
  • Patience and empathy

Certification

Alternate Certificate For Secondary Mathematics

Timeline

Math Teacher

Prescott Unified School District
07.2023 - Current

Math Intervention Teacher

Prescott Unified School District
07.2022 - 06.2023

Special Education Paraprofessional

Prescott Unified School District
08.2020 - 06.2022

Teacher's Assistant

Pleasant Valley School District
04.2006 - 07.2020

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Psychology

Grand Canyon University

Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Secondary Education

Grand Canyon University

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