Carl DeFoe
Riverhead,NY
Summary
Accomplished High School English Teacher with a proven track record at Hyde Park Central School District, enhancing student critical thinking and writing skills through innovative teaching strategies and individualized support. Excelled in classroom management and online teaching, achieving significant improvements in standardized test scores. Skilled in literary analysis and technology, adept at fostering team collaboration.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High School English Teacher
Hyde Park Central School District
08.2000 - 06.2024
- Evaluated student work fairly and consistently, offering detailed feedback to guide future improvement efforts.
- Promoted critical thinking skills by challenging students to analyze literary texts and express their interpretations in written assignments.
- Stayed current on educational research and best practices by attending professional development workshops and conferences regularly.
- Prepared students for standardized tests by reviewing essential skills, administering practice exams, and providing constructive feedback on performance.
Enrollment Specialist
WellCare
09.1998 - 08.2000
- Updated, entered, and reviewed customer data.
- Communicated effectively via telephone, email, and in person with prospective customers.
- Enhanced customer service by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues in a timely manner.
- Conducted comprehensive applicant interviews to determine eligibility and fit for specific programs.
High School English Teacher
Chino Valley Unified School District
08.1997 - 05.1998
- Evaluated student work fairly and consistently, offering detailed feedback to guide future improvement efforts.
- Promoted critical thinking skills by challenging students to analyze literary texts and express their interpretations in written assignments.
- Stayed current on educational research and best practices by attending professional development workshops and conferences regularly.
- Prepared students for standardized tests by reviewing essential skills, administering practice exams, and providing constructive feedback on performance.
Education
Master of Science - Teaching And Learning
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN05.2004
Master of Science - English Secondary Education
State University of New York At New Paltz
New Paltz, NY05.1994
Skills
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Online Teaching
- Individualized support
- Writing instruction
- Team Collaboration
- Grammar Expertise
- Classroom Management
- Group leadership
- Teaching strategies
- Literary Analysis
- Knowledgeable about [Technology]
- Project-based learning
Affiliations
- National Educator's Association
Certification
- Licensed Secondary Education License for New York State
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
High School English Teacher
Hyde Park Central School District
08.2000 - 06.2024
Enrollment Specialist
WellCare
09.1998 - 08.2000
High School English Teacher
Chino Valley Unified School District
08.1997 - 05.1998
Master of Science - Teaching And Learning
Capella University
Master of Science - English Secondary Education
State University of New York At New Paltz
- Licensed Secondary Education License for New York State
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