DAVID OUTTEN
Teacher
New York,NY
Summary
Dedicated team player with many years of classroom teaching experience. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development. Accomplished, successful, teacher in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Teacher:First, Third, Fourth, and Fifth
Democracy Prep Harlem Elementary
08.2014 - Current
- Grade Team Chair
- Led extracurricular activities such as after-school tutoring programs, enhancing student success beyond the classroom setting.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering strong communication between students, parents, and staff members.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for improved outcomes.
- Implemented creative classroom management techniques to maintain an orderly and focused learning environment.
Teacher: Grade 1, Kindergarten, Grade 4
Academic Leadership Charter School
08.2010 - 11.2012
- K-5 Charter School in the South Bronx, Data-driven curriculum ( 6 week assessments, NY state tests, Terra-Nova, DRA )
- Enhanced classroom management, establishing a positive learning environment with clear expectations and consistent consequences.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication to support student success both inside and outside the classroom.
- Improved students' reading comprehension by implementing diverse teaching strategies and materials.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
Elementary School Teacher, First Grade
Copernicus Elementary
07.2008 - 06.2010
- K-8 Turnaround School
- Data Driven (DIBELS, DRA)
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Trained in Turnaround model, B.I.S.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
Elementary School Teacher, First Grade
NYC Public Schools, P.S. 83 Luis Munoz
08.2003 - 06.2008
- K-5 Balanced Literacy Based School
- Trained in Balanced Literacy with Teacher's College
- Grade chair for first grade
- School Leadership Team/ School Cabinet
- Cooperating teacher with Hunter College training new teachers
- Organized extracurricular activities such as field trips and special events, enriching the educational experience for all students involved.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
Teacher
Port St Lucie Elementary School, St Lucie Co. Schools
01.1996 - 06.2003
- First Grade/ Varying Exceptionalities Teacher K-, K-5
- Coordinated and conducted after-school test prep tutorial
- Developed and Implemented IEP's
Program Administrator/ Teacher, Project Success
Juvenile Services Program
02.1994 - 01.1996
- Dropout Prevention Program: 13-18 year olds
- Coordinated program and curriculum development
- Direct supervision of teachers and counselors
- Developed and implemented Behavior Management Program
- Prepared student class scheduling
- Developed and implemented program goals and objectives, establishing specific and measurable outcomes aligned with organization's overall mission.
Teacher of Students With Emotional Impairments
Devereux Hospital And Children's Center Of Florida
10.1992 - 02.1994
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA05.1992
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Mathematics Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Standardized Tests
- Organizational Skills
- Classroom Organization
- Elementary Education
Additional Information
Certificates that have been held:
State of Illinois Professional Educator's Certificate K-9
State of New York Professional Educator's Certificate K-6
State of Florida Professional Educator's Certificate 1-6
Mentally Handicapped K-12
ESOL Endorsement: Florida
Timeline
Elementary Teacher:First, Third, Fourth, and Fifth
Democracy Prep Harlem Elementary
08.2014 - Current
Teacher: Grade 1, Kindergarten, Grade 4
Academic Leadership Charter School
08.2010 - 11.2012
Elementary School Teacher, First Grade
Copernicus Elementary
07.2008 - 06.2010
Elementary School Teacher, First Grade
NYC Public Schools, P.S. 83 Luis Munoz
08.2003 - 06.2008
Teacher
Port St Lucie Elementary School, St Lucie Co. Schools
01.1996 - 06.2003
Program Administrator/ Teacher, Project Success
Juvenile Services Program
02.1994 - 01.1996
Teacher of Students With Emotional Impairments
Devereux Hospital And Children's Center Of Florida
10.1992 - 02.1994
Bachelor of Science - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
Duquesne University
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