Holly Field
Adams
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at North Adams Public School, excelling in classroom management and relationship building. Enhanced student engagement through differentiated instruction and collaborative learning strategies, fostering a supportive environment that promotes critical thinking and academic success. Committed to nurturing diverse learning needs for all students.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
North Adams Public School
08.2021 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Teacher
Pittsfield Public Schools
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
Administrative Assistant
Adams-Cheshire Regional School District
08.2012 - 07.2019
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
- Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
- Assisted with human resources tasks such as updating employee files or submitting time-off requests per company policy guidelines.
Paraprofessional
Adams Cheshire Regional School District
09.2009 - 08.2012
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business/Accounting
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
North Adams, MA05-2002
Massachusetts Teaching Certification Program - Education
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
North Adams05-2004
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Conflict resolution
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Student-centered learning
- Child development
- Customer service
- Administrative support
- Computer proficiency
- Strong problem solver
- Professional communication
- Professional and mature
- Records management
Timeline
Teacher
North Adams Public School
08.2021 - Current
Teacher
Pittsfield Public Schools
08.2019 - 06.2021
Administrative Assistant
Adams-Cheshire Regional School District
08.2012 - 07.2019
Paraprofessional
Adams Cheshire Regional School District
09.2009 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Science - Business/Accounting
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
Massachusetts Teaching Certification Program - Education
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
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