Drucilla Bull
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
An experienced teacher in both special education and regular education programs. Creative and effective in the classroom working with students from all social, economic, developmental, and differing abilities. Plan engaging lesson plans and foster individualized learning to meet the needs of all of students. Able to adapt the course materials to meet the standards and objectives of the course material, while motivating students to be successful. Implement coursework that focuses on reading comprehension skills and writing skills. It is important for students to learn through guided exploration to become independent learners. Committed to encourage student engagement and understanding through reading analysis and discussions. Work to improve student reading skills so that students have the confidence to develop a passion for reading which is a life skill. It is important to get to know each of the students and develop a level of trust with them. Students are more willing to be engaged in the lessons if aware their teacher cares about them and their successes. Organized and can manage multiple priorities. A very positive person with a willingness to work with others to achieve school and well as student success.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Ascension Parish School Board
Gonzales, Louisiana
08.2006 - Current
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet local and state standards.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Piloted reading program to address students who performed below grade level on state standardized tests. (Language! )
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of integrated classroom.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Enhanced student knowledge of technology by integrating various web-based applications for research and assignments.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
- Instructed students in core educational principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter.
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
- Maintained system required passing rate for years.
- Devised and implemented strategies to create and maintain cohesive school community within virtual classroom setting.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
Teacher
La Cueva High School
Albuquerque, NM
08.2001 - 05.2006
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of integrated classroom.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Instructed students in core educational principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
- Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
Education
Certification in Multicultural Special Education - Special Education/ Mild-Moderate
College of Santa Fe
Santa Fe, New Mexico09.2002
Bachelor of Science - Education/English Major/Social Studies Minor
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM05.1971
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Development
Bradford College
Bradford, Massachusetts05.1967
High School Diploma -
Carlsbad High School
Carlsbad, NM05.1965
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student-centered learning
- Group learning mechanics
- Standardized Testing
- Secondary education
- Group and individual instruction
- Curriculum Development
- Student engagement
- Student records management
- Inquiry-based learning
- Special education
- Lesson Planning
Accomplishments
* School Leadership Team
* NIET trained
* Teacher of the year - two years
* Attended multiple professional development workshops
Certification
- Licensed in Secondary Education
- Content Areas - English/Social Studies
- Special Education Certification
Timeline
Teacher
Ascension Parish School Board
08.2006 - Current
Teacher
La Cueva High School
08.2001 - 05.2006
Certification in Multicultural Special Education - Special Education/ Mild-Moderate
College of Santa Fe
Bachelor of Science - Education/English Major/Social Studies Minor
University of New Mexico
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Development
Bradford College
High School Diploma -
Carlsbad High School
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