Cheyenne Efferding
Omaha
Summary
Passionate and dedicated educational professional with a comprehensive understanding of childhood developmental stages and a history of creating supportive classroom environments. Known for developing innovative teaching methods that engage young learners and encourage academic growth. Proven team player with a focus on collaboration and adaptability to meet the evolving needs of students and the school community. Strong leadership skills with a focus on enhancing student success through data-driven decisions and innovative instructional practices.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Holy Name Catholic School
Omaha, NE
09.2022 - Current
- Implemented and developed classroom management and procedures.
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles and needs.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student collaboration and respect.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support students' academic and social development.
- Conducted individual and group interventions to address learning challenges effectively.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and social-emotional development.
Lead Teacher
Omaha Early Learning Centers at Kennedy
Omaha, NE
06.2019 - 11.2021
- Prepare and develop lesson plans
- Conduct assessments
- Document students' growth
- Communicate with parents and other professionals within the building
- Collaborate with coworkers
- Implement and develop classroom management and procedures
- Participate in professional development
- Lead parent teacher conferences and parent meetings
- Design hands on activities
- Teach small and whole group lessons
Select Sub
Ralston and Westside Public Schools
Omaha, NE
03.2018 - 06.2019
- Teaching lessons to various grade levels
- Teaching small and whole group lessons
- Lead all class activities, lessons, and procedures
- Running classroom management and procedures
Long Term Sub
Ralston Public Schools
Omaha, NE
01.2019 - 03.2019
- Prepare and develop lesson plans that meet state standards
- Implement and develop classroom management and procedures
- Participate in professional development
- Lead parent teacher conferences
- Design hands on activities
- Teach small and whole group lessons
- Communicate with parents
Education
Masters of Education - Early Childhood Special Education
Concordia University
Seward, NE12-2023
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-6, Reading And Writing Supplemental K-8
Wayne State College
Wayne, Nebraska12.2017
Skills
- CPR and first aid certified
- Safe environment trained
- Seizure trained for school personnel
- Leadership Skills
- Classroom management
- Curriculum development
- Differentiated instruction
- Technology integration
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Holy Name Catholic School
09.2022 - Current
Lead Teacher
Omaha Early Learning Centers at Kennedy
06.2019 - 11.2021
Long Term Sub
Ralston Public Schools
01.2019 - 03.2019
Select Sub
Ralston and Westside Public Schools
03.2018 - 06.2019
Masters of Education - Early Childhood Special Education
Concordia University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-6, Reading And Writing Supplemental K-8
Wayne State College