Michael Butler
Bardstown,KY
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Jefferson County Public Schools, excelling in differentiated instruction and fostering strong relationships. Skilled in classroom management and critical thinking, I enhance student engagement through innovative lesson planning and effective parent-teacher communication, ensuring every student thrives in a supportive learning environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Nelson County Schools
10.2023 - 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.
Mental Health Technician
Heartland Youth Villages
02.2024 - 03.2025
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
Teacher
Jefferson County Public Schools
09.2014 - 10.2023
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- 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.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
University of The Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KYMaster of Science - Special Education
Campbellsville University
Campbellsville, KYBachelor of Science - Psychology/Educational Ministries
Campbellsville University
Campbellsville, KYSkills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Growth mindset
- Conflict resolution
- Differentiated instruction
Certification
CPR
Safe Crisis Management
K-12 EBD/LBD
8-12 Social Studies
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
Heartland Youth Villages
02.2024 - 03.2025
Teacher
Nelson County Schools
10.2023 - Current
Teacher
Jefferson County Public Schools
09.2014 - 10.2023
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
University of The Cumberlands
Master of Science - Special Education
Campbellsville University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology/Educational Ministries
Campbellsville University
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