Heather Norfleet
Peoria,IL
Summary
Experienced educational leader with strong focus on fostering collaborative team environments and driving student success. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and staff mentoring. Known for adaptability and reliability, consistently meeting changing needs and achieving results. Highly organized, communicative, and passionate about creating positive and inclusive school culture.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Teacher
Franklin Primary School
01.2014 - Current
- 4th Grade (1 year), 3rd Grade (4 years), 1st Grade (6 years)
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student participation and collaboration.
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies enhancing student comprehension and retention.
- Increased overall student achievement by utilizing differentiated instructional methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and instructional techniques.
- Served on school committees focused on improving instructional practices, furthering professional growth, and advancing educational initiatives.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Elementary Teacher
Harrison CLC
01.2009 - 01.2014
- 2nd Grade (3 years), 4th Grade (1 year)
- Evaluated student progress through assessments, adjusting instruction to meet individual needs.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student development and address concerns.
- Implemented creative classroom management techniques to maintain an orderly and focused learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, deepening students'' understanding of multiple subjects.
Education
M.Ed. - Reading in Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ11.2015
B.S. - Education
Bradley University
Peoria, IL05.2011
A.A. - Communications
Parkland College
Champaign, IL05.2000
Skills
- Literacy & Reading Instruction
- Student-Centered Learning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Family & Community Engagement
- Culturally Responsive Practices
- Collaboration & Team Leadership
- Relationship building
- Team collaboration
Affiliations
- Universal Leadership Team
- Ron Clark Committee
- Union Building Representative
- SEL Committee
- AVID Committee
- Culturally Relevant Teaching Committee
- Black History Committee
Timeline
Elementary Teacher
Franklin Primary School
01.2014 - Current
Elementary Teacher
Harrison CLC
01.2009 - 01.2014
M.Ed. - Reading in Education
Grand Canyon University
B.S. - Education
Bradley University
A.A. - Communications
Parkland College
Coaching & Mentorship
- Double Dutch Coach
- Soccer Coach
- New Teacher Mentor
Mildred a. Gove Scholarship Award
Scholarship awarded to non- traditional Bradley students with a 3.8 GPA
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