“Ms. Clingerman uses the appropriate strategies to communicate the specific new learning objectives. Ms. Clingerman motivates her students by giving them encouraging praise. She monitors students’ understanding at every stage of the learning before moving to the next. Ms. Clingerman uses motivational and instructional strategies to promote student responsibility in appropriate self-directed activities. Ms. Clingerman walked through every step with the students to make sure they understood the process.Ms. Clingerman effectively implements the discipline management procedures approved by the campus. She has established a classroom environment that promotes and encourages self-discipline and self-directed learning. Ms. Clingerman communicates high expectations for learning and performance by encouraging her students to complete assignments individually, clarifying any misconceptions, and checking back in with students. ”  Elizabeth Gonzalez (2015-2016 PDAS)

 

“Ms. Clingerman used great facilitation questions to promote instructional strategies that are aligned with the learning objectives. Ms. Clingerman used strategies to motivate students to think at an appropriate level of difficulty. Ms. Clingerman uses appropriate and accurate written communication with her students. When needed, she communicates with teachers and parents on a regular basis and also holds private conferences with struggling students.  Ms. Clingerman works constructively with teachers for continuous growth and development toward meeting the needs of her students and the goals of the campus/district. She has been a great leader for our SPED department and has implemented great technology lessons in her classroom.Ms. Clingerman reteaches students who are at risk of failing by scaffolding the steps and making it easier for the students to build their skills. ” Elizabeth Gonzalez (2014-15 PDAS)

“Robin is skilled in and quite comfortable implementing innovative teaching practices such as small group instruction, process writing, technology integration, and relating learning to real life examples to help bridge the connections that her students need. She is very knowledgeable in terms of differentiated instruction as a majority of her time at Carroll Elementary was spent in roles where our students are in need of intervention. Robin is dedicated, organized, creative, and an innovator.” Matthew Lincheck Technology Integration Specialist

“Robin is an amazing communicator with parents and other teachers. Parents receive timely e-mail responses and phone calls. Teachers receive feedback about their students’ accommodations and new strategies for learning. Robin has an engaging teaching style. She always tries new teaching strategies, which accommodate student learning needs.” Erin Francis RELA Interventionist

“Robin has a passion for helping students of all learning levels. She empowers her students through developing a positive relationship that encourages the student to persevere through difficult tasks.” Laura Dowdy Assistant Director of Responsive Services

“Mrs. Clingerman was my 5th grade language arts teacher. I remember her creating a positive relationship with all her students which really encouraged us to do our best for her. She allowed us to be creative during our writing process and motivated us when we felt frustrated. As a teacher now, I remember how special she made me feel as a student in her class and I make sure that each of my students feel the same way when they leave my room each day.” Paulina Nini