Darlene M Frost
Wadsworth,OH
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Technology Teacher
Akron Public Schools
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Attended professional development technology courses to increase knowledge base and learn new information.
- Trained and developed students' skills in word-processing, spreadsheet and database programs.
- Communicated with students to discuss progress and need for tutoring and extra assistance.
- Invigilated and graded projects, quizzes and examinations.
- Planned and implemented curriculum to teach up-to-date technology to 132 students.
- Tested and evaluated student progress to determine effectiveness and impact of teaching methods, materials and projects.
Technology Teacher
Akron Public Schools, Roswell
08.2016 - 06.2018
- Attended professional development technology courses to increase knowledge base and learn new information.
- Trained and developed students' skills in word-processing, spreadsheet and database programs.
- Tested and evaluated student progress to determine effectiveness and impact of teaching methods, materials and projects.
- Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Used computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
- Developed curricula and course syllabi covering required subject areas and promoting student knowledge.
- Planned and implemented curriculum to teach up-to-date technology to 67 students
Science Teacher
Massillon Christian School
09.2009 - 06.2016
- Communicated with 47 students and their parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
- Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Designed innovative science curricula to engage students and promote critical thinking.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
- Collaborated with other teachers to integrate science into other curricula.
- Supported student comprehension of scientific principles through individualized instruction.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
Preschool Director and Assistant Principal
Reimer Road Baptist Christian School
09.2007 - 06.2009
- Managed resources, responsible for state funding, hired and supervised preschool teachers
- Established school policies and communicated to staff and parents for well-coordinated and high-quality daily operations.
- Stayed up to date on regional preschool curriculum laws.
- Developed educational curricula that promoted development in key behavioral and educational areas.
- Provided training and professional development for teachers.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Adhered to budgetary guidelines to set financial goals and maintain school profitability.
- Supervised teaching staff and resolved issues.
- Hired and trained new preschool employees.
Preschool Teacher
AMBC Christian Academies
08.2002 - 08.2003
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage 14 children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
Education
Master in STEM - STEM
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN09.2023
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Akron
Akron, OH1989
Skills
- Different Learning Styles
- Instructional Practices
- Group Activities
- Data Assessments
- Educational Software
- Student Engagement
- Build Technical Skills
- Enrichment Programs
Accomplishments
- SALARY/WAGE: Standard current pay scale at time of employment
- CURRENT CAREER
- LEVEL: Experienced Teacher - Certified grades 1-8
- YEARS OF RELEVANT
- WORK EXPERIENCE: 22 years
- DATE OF
- AVAILABILITY: June 2024
Timeline
Technology Teacher
Akron Public Schools
08.2018 - 06.2021
Technology Teacher
Akron Public Schools, Roswell
08.2016 - 06.2018
Science Teacher
Massillon Christian School
09.2009 - 06.2016
Preschool Director and Assistant Principal
Reimer Road Baptist Christian School
09.2007 - 06.2009
Preschool Teacher
AMBC Christian Academies
08.2002 - 08.2003
Master in STEM - STEM
American College of Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Akron