Heather Galloway
Partridge
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Harlan Independent High School, specializing in entrepreneurship education and project-based learning. Enhanced student engagement through innovative teaching methods, fostering critical thinking and collaboration. Strong analytical skills and effective communication led to improved student performance and a positive classroom environment.
Experienced with developing comprehensive business curricula tailored to high school students. Utilizes interactive teaching methods to enhance student engagement and understanding. Strong understanding of classroom management and curriculum adaptation to meet diverse learning needs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High School Business Teacher
Harlan Independent High School
08.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of business concepts.
- Facilitated interactive classroom discussions to promote critical thinking and collaboration among students.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods, ensuring consistent feedback and improvement strategies.
- Integrated real-world business scenarios into curriculum to enhance practical application of theoretical knowledge.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design cross-curricular projects that fostered interdisciplinary learning experiences.
- Mentored students in developing business skills through extracurricular activities, such as entrepreneurship clubs and competitions.
- Utilized technology tools for classroom management and to create immersive learning environments for students.
- Organized community partnerships with local businesses to provide students with hands-on experience in the field of business.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in business education and pedagogy.
- Improved overall student comprehension by incorporating practical real-world business scenarios into lesson plans.
- Strengthened critical thinking skills among students through interactive group activities and problem-solving exercises.
- Implemented innovative teaching methods that increased student engagement, leading to better academic performance.
- Conducted regular assessments to evaluate student progress, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for optimal success.
- Coordinated with local businesses for guest speakers and job shadowing experiences, giving students insight into potential career paths.
- Organized extracurricular activities like business clubs and career fairs to help students gain hands-on experience in the field.
- Effectively managed classroom resources and materials, ensuring all students had access to necessary tools for success in their studies.
- Enhanced cultural awareness among students by incorporating global perspectives into business lessons and discussions.
- Maintained a positive classroom environment conducive to learning, fostering mutual respect among students of diverse backgrounds.
- Collaborated with other teachers to create interdisciplinary projects, enhancing the learning experience for students.
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents, resulting in increased trust and communication between school and home.
- Provided individualized support for struggling students, designing targeted interventions to improve their academic outcomes.
- Evaluated student assignments and projects with corrective comments to guide reasoning skills.
- Adapted teaching strategies to remain inclusive to multiple learning styles.
- Created budgeting exercises to equip students with crucial, practical knowledge.
- Implemented problem- and project-based learning initiative to cover history, government, economics and civics.
- Exposed students to economic reasoning skills to build perspective and critical thinking skills.
- Recorded grades and developed accountability through bi-weekly progress monitoring.
- Planned lessons to reflect group and individual student needs utilizing creative instruction to teach individual roles of citizenship.
- Facilitated learning with aids, technology and equipment to stimulate higher-level thinking.
- Enhanced academic programs with innovative methodologies and collaboration.
- Represented content using technologies and pedagogical techniques to enhance learning.
- Adhered to district policies for effective classroom management techniques.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
Middle School Math Teacher
Harlan County Public Schools
07.2010 - 07.2022
- Developed engaging lesson plans that aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies to accommodate varied learning styles.
- Assessed student progress through regular quizzes and formative evaluations.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance interdisciplinary teaching approaches.
- Maintained a positive classroom environment fostering student participation and respect.
- Integrated technology tools to support interactive learning experiences in math concepts.
- Provided constructive feedback to students, promoting growth and understanding of material.
- Organized after-school tutoring sessions, improving overall student performance in mathematics.
- Developed strong parent-teacher relationships through consistent communication, resulting in better support for student needs.
- Boosted student confidence and problem-solving skills through engaging group work exercises.
- Created a positive classroom environment that promoted respect, inclusivity, and personal responsibility among students.
- Modeled core values of school on daily basis in interactions with students, families, administrators and fellow teachers.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives by participating in curriculum development committees and professional development workshops.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Implemented data-driven instruction, tailoring teaching methods to address individual student needs and improve overall performance.
- Incorporated differentiated instruction strategies into lesson planning to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary lesson plans, enriching students'' learning experiences across subjects.
- Developed detailed knowledge of school's mathematics scope and sequence for all related levels to better serve students.
- Utilized assessment data to inform instructional decisions, targeting areas of weakness for improvement efforts.
- Adjusted teaching strategies to meet diverse requirements of individualized support plans.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
Education
No Degree - Rank I
Union College
Barbourville, KY05-2021
Master of Science - Education
Union Commonwealth University
Barbourville, KY05-2020
Skills
- Entrepreneurship education
- Business law
- Project-based learning
- Motivation techniques
- Career guidance
- Economic theory
- Financial literacy
- Business concepts
- Marketing principles
- Accounting basics
- Collaborative teamwork
- Strong analytical skills
- Motivational techniques
- Data interpretation
- Instructional technology
- Quantitative analysis
- In-depth research
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking and organization
- Problem-solving abilities
- Safe, positive learning environment
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
Accomplishments
- Achieved Google Education Certification by completing Level 1with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved Google Education Certification by completing for Level 2 tasks.
- Collaborated with student teams in the development of Dragons Drive In, Dragons Food Truck, Dragon Scoops. (Student led businesses)
- Recognized by KDE for Vibrant Learning
Certification
- Google Education Training
Timeline
High School Business Teacher
Harlan Independent High School
08.2022 - Current
Middle School Math Teacher
Harlan County Public Schools
07.2010 - 07.2022
No Degree - Rank I
Union College
Master of Science - Education
Union Commonwealth University