HELLO, I'M
Keri Powell-Boolman
English Language Arts Teacher
About
MY BACKGROUND
I am a certified English Language Arts instructor with a passion for teaching and educating youth and adults. I have been in education for nearly twenty years, with a talent and special interest in reading and writing instruction, educational technology, media, and leadership/management. Beyond the classroom, I have led multiple professional development workshops and sessions for local educators and have presented at Michigan Association for Computer Users in Learning (MACUL) conferences. I offer private tutoring services in the areas of reading/writing/speaking/listening/communicating. I am a creative and highly skilled writer, effective communicator, and leader. I enjoy leveraging my knowledge and experience to assist others in developing their skill sets. As a small business owner and Cadillac native, I am knowledgeable about our community and the people we serve.
Teaching Expertise
Working Together
Teaching is a partnership between teacher/school, student, and families.
I am a skilled classroom teacher with a proven track record for developing and implementing engaging, respectful, and effective classroom management, academic and social-emotional instruction.
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I am adept at planning, differentiating instruction and managing 110+ students./academic year as a general education teacher.
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I also tutor in-person in small groups or 1:1 sessions.
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Having taught English as a Second Language and online professional development courses for teachers, I am familiar and comfortable with online course instruction.
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I am proficient in utilizing technology and creating content for educational and business purposes:
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Web design and maintenance
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Social Media Content & management​
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Blogs
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Forms
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Letters, Postcards, Infographics
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Flyers, Brochures
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Branding
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Logos, Apparel, Merchandise
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Assisting others in advancing their smartphone & computer skills
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Skilled use of systems, programs, apps & devices that enhance both teaching and learning, media and communications.
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Google Suite products
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LMS (Schoology, Blackboard, Canva)
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Microsoft Word, Excel
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Facebook, Instagram, Twitter & other social media platforms
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Podcasting platforms & equipment
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Promo Software (create commercials)
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Wix web design
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Zoom, Google Meet/Hangouts & other video conferencing platforms
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Presentation equipment: Smart TVs, projectors, equipment old & new for in-person or web based presentations.
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I am a blended learning educator.
Highly skilled at creating digital portfolios, presentations, speeches, grant writing, and utilizing social media.
I believe that communication, collaboration, organization, classroom management and building relationships are my greatest strengths as an educator. These skills lead to greater success and impact as an educator, and allow my students to be successful in the areas of academics and social emotional growth.
In the nature of collaboration, and keeping a lively pace in the classroom, I enjoy creating engaging games and activities for my students. I share them with my colleagues or grade level partners. A good relationship with my grade level partner leads to plentiful resources, meaningful discussions around content and students, and is beneficial to all of us.
