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Russell Yates
Master of Science
Nova Southeastern University, 2001
Major: Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology
Bachelor of Arts in Education
Western Washington University, 1991
Major: Elementary Education
Bachelor of Arts
Western Washington University, 1980
Major: Outdoor Recreation
Educational Experience
Director / Teacher
Swan School, Port Townsend, WA
Director of educational programs offered at the school while
simultaneously team-teaching a 3-5 intermediate
multiage classroom. In charge of overseeing educational program
and staff while maintaining school vision. Provided educational
direction and input as the school added two new buildings, doubling
the physical size of the campus. Created and implemented staff
evaluation process. Instituted a consistent parent feedback /
survey process in addition to an objective and consistent admissions
process. Led staff in creating and implementing a behavioral
plan which includes consistent school-wide community expectations.
Created and implemented Student Review Team to provide an objective
and colaborative forum to help students who are experiencing
academic, social, or behavioral difficulties. Oversaw adoption
and implementation of mathematics curriculum. Currently leading
staff in refining and updating reading curriculum (06-07). Provide
consistent communication to parents through monthly newsletter
and school-wide parent meetings. Conduct weekly staff meetings.
Help formulate school policies with Board of Directors as well
as implement those policies. Work with board and staff in long
range planning as pertains to educational aspects of the school.
September 2005-Present
Teacher
Chimacum Elementary School, Chimacum
School District, Chimacum, WA
Taught single-grade classrooms for grades
3 and 4. Team-taught a 2-3 multiage classroom. Taught
an intermediate multiage classroom of children in grades 3, 4,
and 5. Was involved in curriculum renewal process as: member
of overseeing Chimacum Curriculum Committee, member of Reading
Subject Area Committee, member of Math Subject Area Committee,
and Chairperson of Social Studies Subject Area Committee. Was
an active member of: Chimacum Elementary School Site Council,
Chimacum Elementary School Improvement Planning Team, Chimacum's
Special Education Partnership Team as well as Talented and Gifted
Team. Instituted Professional Literature Circles.
Taught several teacher inservice classes including: Differentiation,
AppleWorks 6 for Teachers and Students, Use of the Internet,
and Management of Computer Lab. Mentored four student teachers
as well as a number of university practicum students. Created
and maintained websites for the Chimacum Intermediate
Multiage Program and Chimacum Elementary
School.
September 1991-June 2005
Instructor
City University, Albright
School of Education, MIT Program, Port Hadlock Campus, Port Hadlock,
WA
Taught ETC
519, Curriculum and Instruction (3
credit course) and ETC
544, Social Studies: Concepts and Methods (4 credit course). Course preparation included modification of
syllabi and assignments to match
class schedule. Instruction modeled differentiation, cooperative
learning, and constructivist instructional methods among others.
January 2004-March 2005
Instructor
Western Washington University,
Extended Education and Summer Programs, Port Angeles Campus,
Port Angeles, WA
Taught ELED
425, Social Studies for the Elementary School,
a four credit course for preservice teachers. Course preparation
included text selection, syllabus
creation, and lesson planning. As part of assessment, students
completed 5 projects that included state standards as well as
technology application. The course was very favorably evaluated.
January 2003-March 2003
Teacher
Quilcene School,
Quilcene School District, Quilcene, WA
Taught sixth grade language arts, math,
and science classes. Half-time position.
January 1991-June 1991
Consultant
Multiage Consulting Services
Have provided consulting services to districts,
schools, programs, and teachers focusing on multiage educational
practices. Topics covered have included: multiage classroom organization
and management, curriculum and instructional strategies, teaching
math in a multiage setting, managing math in multiage and differentiated
classrooms, and project-based learning.
Fall 2000-Present
Interests - personal
Camping, hiking, sea kayaking, sailing, travel, reading, gardening, and computers - created and maintain Multiage-Education.Com.
Contact Information
Russell Yates
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