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COLLEEN DEVIR

Rocky Hill,CT

Summary

Motivated Elementary School Teacher with experience guiding students with proven teaching methods and positive interactions. Enthusiastic about helping students understand subject materials and educating on social and general learning skills. Kind and caring attitude when communicating with children.

Work History

1st Grade Teacher

Verplanck Elementary
Manchester, CT
  • Administered Fountas and Pinnell assessment to create small groups targeted reading instruction in order to improve student achievement
  • Instructed a district wide equity and race curriculum, promoting inclusivity and cultural understanding in the classroom
  • Implemented Zones of Regulation materials to support the development of self-management of student emotions
  • Collaborated with parents and guardians to establish open lines of communication and foster a strong home-school partnership
  • Served on the schools PBIS committee to improve student's social emotional competence, academic success, and positive school climate.

3rd Grade Teacher

Hart Magnet Elementary
Stamford, CT
  • Taught a diverse group of 19 students, including those with Individualized Education Plans, 504s, and English language learners, with a focus on differentiating instruction to meet individual needs of each student
  • Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans across all subject areas, utilizing flexible teaching strategies and materials to accommodate different learning styles
  • Created an after school program for students in grades 3-5, providing homework assistance and academic support
  • Assisted students in thorough SBA exam preparation, equipping them with the necessary knowledge and study strategies to excel.

2nd Grade Teacher

Davenport Ridge Elementary
Stamford, CT
  • Employed responsive classroom strategies to support academic and socio-emotional learning, fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment
  • Administered a wide variety of assessments to document student progress, providing valuable insights for instructional planning and differentiation
  • Effectively tutored students in the after-school reading intervention program.

1st Grade Substitute Teacher

Highland Elementary
Cheshire, CT
  • Successfully managed a long-term substitute position in a first-grade classroom during the COVID-19 pandemic
  • Adapted quickly to a virtual learning environment and created engaging online materials to facilitate remote learning for students
  • Developed and implemented virtual learning experiences that aligned with the curriculum, ensuring students' continued academic progress.

Education

Elementary Education -

School of Education (CAEP Accredited), Quinnipiac University
Hamden, CT
05-2021

Skills

  • Problem-solving skills
  • Classroom Management
  • Organizational Skills
  • Technology Integration
  • Relationship Building

Accomplishments

  • Teacher of the year nominee

Timeline

1st Grade Teacher

Verplanck Elementary

3rd Grade Teacher

Hart Magnet Elementary

2nd Grade Teacher

Davenport Ridge Elementary

1st Grade Substitute Teacher

Highland Elementary

Elementary Education -

School of Education (CAEP Accredited), Quinnipiac University

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