Deanna James Acosta
Lubbock,TX
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student centered instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
My Learning Playhouse
08.2022 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
After-School Program Leader
Seminole ISD
08.2014 - 06.2019
- Conferred and resolved education-related issues and problems with students, parents and school officials.
- Scheduled educational activities, supervised tutors, and maintained a discipline plan.
- Developed partnerships with parents to keep them informed of student progress.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Teacher
Seminole ISD
08.1988 - 06.2019
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Technology Specialist
Seminole ISD
08.2017 - 06.2019
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elememtary Education
Angelo State University
San Angelo, TX07.1988
Skills
- Faculty Collaboration
- Emergent Curriculum
- Innovative Lesson Planning
- Positive Student Engagement
- Effectively Work with Parents
- Tutoring
- Student-Centered Learning
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
My Learning Playhouse
08.2022 - Current
Technology Specialist
Seminole ISD
08.2017 - 06.2019
After-School Program Leader
Seminole ISD
08.2014 - 06.2019
Teacher
Seminole ISD
08.1988 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Elememtary Education
Angelo State University
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