Traci Copeland has over 5 years of experience as an elementary school teacher and interventionist in Des Moines, Iowa. She holds a BA in Elementary Education from Drake University and endorsements in early childhood education, ELL, gifted and talented, reading, and culturally responsive leadership. Her experience includes teaching kindergarten, 2nd grade, and providing reading and math intervention. She is currently serving as a K-5 behavior strategist. Traci has strong interpersonal and classroom management skills and utilizes various evidence-based curricula and assessment tools.
Traci Copeland has over 5 years of experience as an elementary school teacher and interventionist in Des Moines, Iowa. She holds a BA in Elementary Education from Drake University and endorsements in early childhood education, ELL, gifted and talented, reading, and culturally responsive leadership. Her experience includes teaching kindergarten, 2nd grade, and providing reading and math intervention. She is currently serving as a K-5 behavior strategist. Traci has strong interpersonal and classroom management skills and utilizes various evidence-based curricula and assessment tools.
Traci Copeland has over 5 years of experience as an elementary school teacher and interventionist in Des Moines, Iowa. She holds a BA in Elementary Education from Drake University and endorsements in early childhood education, ELL, gifted and talented, reading, and culturally responsive leadership. Her experience includes teaching kindergarten, 2nd grade, and providing reading and math intervention. She is currently serving as a K-5 behavior strategist. Traci has strong interpersonal and classroom management skills and utilizes various evidence-based curricula and assessment tools.
Traci Copeland has over 5 years of experience as an elementary school teacher and interventionist in Des Moines, Iowa. She holds a BA in Elementary Education from Drake University and endorsements in early childhood education, ELL, gifted and talented, reading, and culturally responsive leadership. Her experience includes teaching kindergarten, 2nd grade, and providing reading and math intervention. She is currently serving as a K-5 behavior strategist. Traci has strong interpersonal and classroom management skills and utilizes various evidence-based curricula and assessment tools.
Possess strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with students from diverse backgrounds Facilitated student-led learning. Provided support to students, parents, and educators. Collaborated with staff to extend our own learning and implementations. Maintain documentation of student progress and behavior for review by school administrators
Education Professional Experience
B.A. Elementary Education August 2021 - July Cattell Elementary: Kindergarten Teacher 2023 Des Moines Independent Public Schools Endorsements: Early Childhood- ELL-Gifted & Talented- Instructed groups of 20+ kindergarten students in reading, Reading/M.S.E. Culturally writing, math, science, and social studies. Responsive Leadership and Developed and implemented creative and engaging lesson Instruction Holds Principal plans that met the educational standards of the school district. Licensure in Education Drake University, 2507 University Ave. Des Incorporated hands-on activities and visual aids to facilitate Moines, IA 50311 | August 2014 - August learning in the classroom. 2023 Collaborated with other teachers and the school administration to ensure a safe and inclusive learning Assisted in the planning and environment. implementation of classroom lessons and activities Provided guidance to students in developing positive social skills and good behavior. Monitored and guided student progress to ensure they meet Encouraged students to be selfmotivated and independent established learning objectives learners.
Assisted in the management of
August 2018 - July Cattell Elementary: 2nd Grade Teacher classroom supplies and resources 2021 Des Moines Independent Public Schools Assisted with assessment and evaluation of student learning Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to meet Participated in meetings and the needs of 2nd grade students. professional development sessions Incorporated active learning strategies to ensure all students had an opportunity to participate and learn. Formulated a positive classroom environment and behavior Key Skills management system. Applied differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate a variety of learning styles. Team-oriented Assessed student performance and progress regularly.
Evaluator Conducted parent/teacher conferences to provide feedback on
learning goals.
Excellent Classroom Management Implemented positive reinforcement systems to motivate
students. Assisting in goal setting with students Utilized a variety of teaching methods to maximize student engagement and understanding.
Experience with: EL Education
August 2017 - July Cattell Elementary: Reading and Math Interventionist (Literacy/Skills), Illustrative Math, 2018 Des Moines Independent Public Schools Haggerty, Orton-Gillingham, Yoga4Classrooms, Foss Science, and Successfully provided individual and small group instruction Fountas/Pinnelll Benchmarking, Leader In to students in grades K5 in reading and mathematics, Me, MindUp, Skills Streaming, Restorative focusing on improving their academic performance. Classroom curriculums Implemented individualized intervention strategies based on students' needs and strengths. Proficient with Microsoft Office, Infinite Campus, Lexia, FastBridge, Frontline, Developed and monitored students’ academic goals and Tableau, and Panorama, Canvas, Microsoft provided support for them to meet those goals. Teams, Zoom, Google Docs & Sheets Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and other software and sites specialists to develop and implement individualized intervention plans. Utilized various assessment tools to monitor student progress and to identify areas of need. Established effective relationships with students and their families.
August 2023 - Stowe Elementary: K-5 Behavior Strategist
Present Des Moines Independent Public Schools
Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans
and strategies to support the success of K5 students. Monitored and tracked student progress on behavior plans to ensure effective implementation. Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and families to identify and address student behavioral needs. Provided guidance and resources to teachers on classroomwide behavior management strategies. Facilitated team meetings to review student data and discuss best practices for behavior management. Developed positive relationships with students and families to support student engagement and success. Evaluated and communicated student behavioral and academic progress to school staff and families. Assisted with crisis interventions and deescalation of behavior issues in the classroom.
Certifications August 2022 Mandatory Reporter | DMPS
