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Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
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Stephanie Newitt

Gilbert

Summary

An educator with a passion for fostering creativity and growth, demonstrated as a Thinking Skills Volunteer Teacher at Oak Tree Elementary. Skilled in lesson planning and student assessment, I create engaging learning environments that promote collaboration and individual success, empowering students to thrive academically and socially.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Thinking Skills Volunteer Teacher

Oak Tree Elementary
Gilbert
01.2022 - Current
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student learning needs, focusing on growth mindset skills.
  • Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students and teaching staff.
  • Assessed student performance regularly through diagnostic curriculum.

Founder and Teacher

Apple Blossom Preschool
Gilbert
09.2007 - 05.2018
  • Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to children's developmental stages.
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged exploration and learning.
  • Implemented daily routines to promote structure and consistency for students.
  • Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.

Art Masterpiece Teacher/Parent Volunteer

Playa del Rey Elementary
Gilbert
09.2002 - 04.2008
  • Developed engaging lesson plans that fostered student creativity.
  • Collaborated with teachers to enhance the curriculum and deepen student understanding through artistic expression.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students and teaching staff.

Spanish Teacher

Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints
Provo
08.1991 - 06.1993
  • Facilitated immersive language activities to enhance communication skills.
  • Developed and implemented Spanish language curriculum to teach students grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, and conversational skills.
  • Created a safe and inclusive classroom environment to promote a positive learning experience for young adults with diverse backgrounds.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Brigham Young University
Provo, UT
08-1994

Skills

  • Lesson planning
  • Classroom management
  • Student assessment
  • Child development
  • Team collaboration
  • Communication skills

Affiliations

  • I enjoy camping, kayaking, off-roading, yoga, gardening, reading and embroidery.

Accomplishments

  • 2020-2022 President of the Arizona Association for Gifted and Talented (AAGT)
  • 2017 Friend of the Gifted Award, AAGT
  • 2017 Outstanding Professionalism and High-Quality Contributions to the Community, Gilbert Public Schools Superintendent’s Recognition Award

Certification

  • 2023 - Completed requirements for the Provisional Gifted Education Endorsement
  • 2025 - On track to complete requirements for the Arizona Gifted Education Endorsement

Languages

Spanish
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Thinking Skills Volunteer Teacher

Oak Tree Elementary
01.2022 - Current

Founder and Teacher

Apple Blossom Preschool
09.2007 - 05.2018

Art Masterpiece Teacher/Parent Volunteer

Playa del Rey Elementary
09.2002 - 04.2008

Spanish Teacher

Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints
08.1991 - 06.1993

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Brigham Young University

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