DEANNA SMITH

• Develop and implement engaging art lessons for students in grades kindergarten through 8th.
• Establish positive and inclusive classroom environment that encouraged open communication and collaboration among students.
• Managed diverse range of learners, adapting lesson plans to accommodate different abilities and interests.
• Assist in development of student portfolios for private high school scholarship applications.
• Assist with operations and create backdrops for winter play, as well as other school functions throughout year

Collaborate with another staff member to run school’s library and teach lessons to K-4 students.

• Improved library atmosphere, creating welcoming spaces that encouraged patrons to explore various resources and services.
• Help children select appropriate reading level library books.

• Planned and implemented curriculum-based activities in all subject areas at STARS Level 4, NAEYC-accredited center
• Created fun, creative, and hands-on experience for children to learn and grow
• Developed strong relationships with parents and children through daily communication and parent-teacher conferences.

• Worked with players to become their best selves while executing constructive coaching techniques and activities.
• Acted as positive role model for athletes to look to for guidance and motivation.
• Ran many softball events for association and participated in monthly meetings.

• Created, planned, and conducted lessons based on district’s curriculum.
• Managed diverse range of learners, adapting lesson plans to accommodate different abilities and interests.
• Participated in committees dedicated to enhancing school culture within specials department.

• 1:2 aide in kindergarten classroom assisting students with strong behavioral needs.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student needs, develop interventions, and evaluate outcomes.
• Assisted students and teachers in inclusion classroom with daily lessons and assignments
• Participated and assisted in organization of various school-wide events, including community art show.