Hi, I’m
Dawn Dillon
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Dynamic educator and former Emergency Medical Technician at UCHealth, skilled in inquiry-based learning and STEM integration. Proven ability to foster critical thinking and engage students through innovative curricula. Adept at differentiated instruction and IEP progress tracking, ensuring all learners achieve their academic goals while maintaining a supportive classroom environment.
Overview
15
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
UCHealth
Emergency Medical Technician
05.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to a maximum number of patients.
- Controlled wounds and injuries, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions upon hospital arrival.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Performed medical testing and collected samples for laboratory analysis.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide high quality medical care.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
- Educated and collaborated with patients and their families on effective healthcare practices
- Trained EMTs in Basic Life Support skills, oxygen and intravenous therapy, and wound care.
DispatchHealth
Emergency Medical Technician
07.2021 - 09.2022
Job overview
- Assisted physicians in diagnosis and treatment of patients.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Performed diagnostic testing and reported results to healthcare providers.
- Operated and maintained medical equipment used to diagnose and treat patients.
- Utilized oxygen tanks, EKG and IVs to perform various medical procedures.
- Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Academy School District 20 (Pine Creek HS)
Secondary Science Teacher
08.2018 - 05.2020
Job overview
- Designed and taught innovative science curricula to engage students and promote critical thinking.
- Created interactive laboratory and classroom activities to engage student interest and curiosity with scientific concepts.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
- Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
- Provided student academic support outside class time to improve learning and performance.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Maintained student assignment grades utilizing Infinite Campus and Schoology technology platforms.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8 (Carson MS)
Secondary Science Teacher/Science Department Chair
08.2015 - 05.2018
Job overview
- Designed and taught innovative science curricula to engage students and promote critical thinking.
- Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Maintained student assignment grades
- Provided student academic support outside class time to improve learning and performance.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Planned and escorted student field trips relevant to current science course work.
- Spearheaded technology initiatives to support student learning and academic excellence.
- Guided and supported faculty and staff in the school-wide implementation of new teaching platforms such as Google Classroom and Text to Speech technology assistance for students with unique learning and assessment needs.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle school science competitions.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other science department faculty members during weekly professional learning community courses
- Demonstrated willingness to accept feedback and make corrections based on advice from peers, students, parents, and school evaluator.
Fountain-Ft. Carson School District 8 (FMS)
Secondary Mathematics Teacher
03.2010 - 05.2011
Job overview
- Developed lesson plans that adhered to state student learning objectives as well as departmental and school policy objectives.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
- Tutored students after school on individual basis to help develop math content proficiency.
- Encouraged students to actively engage in learning, and monitor and review personal objectives.
- Compared and exchanged student performance information with fellow teachers to improve overall performance.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools to help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Kept updated student records and progress reports using Infinite Campus.
- Maintained open and productive communication with teaching staff, administration, students and parents.
Education
University of Colorado At Colorado SpringsColorado Springs, CO
Allied Health And Professional Sciences from Biology/Pre-Medicine
05-2023
University Overview
- Relevant Coursework: Microbiology, Genetics, Human Anatomy, Human Physiology, and Biochemistry, Cellular Biology, and Ecology
University of Colorado DenverAurora, CO
Allied And Professional Health Sciences from Biology/Pre-Medicine
12-2021
University Overview
- Relevant Coursework: Medical Terminology, Lifespan Development Psychology for Health Majors, General Biology, General Chemistry, Introductory Statistics, and Health Human Biology and Behavior,
University of Colorado At BoulderBoulder, CO
Professional Development from Human Evolution
07-2015
University Overview
- Relevant Coursework: Graduate-level National Science Workshop for Science Educators (5cr)
Concordia University Portland
Master of Education from Curriculum And Instruction
12-2012
University Overview
- Relevant Coursework: Educational Theory and Research, Curriculum Development in Environmental Science, Developing Curriculum and Instruction for Special Populations, and Capstone Seminar
University of CincinnatiCincinnati, OH
Bachelor of Science from Middle Childhood Education (Math And Science)
06-2008
University Overview
- Relevant Coursework: Biology, Chemistry, Statistics, Calculus, Earth Science, Astronomy, English Literature, Business Writing, Educational Psychology, Child/Adolescent Development, Math and Science Content Teaching Methods, Classroom Management, Student Diversity and Inclusion in Teaching, and Student Teaching Internship
Skills
- Department/School Leader
- Classroom Management
- Curriculum Development and Lesson Planning
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Subject Matter Expert (Biological Sciences)
- Educational Plan Progress Tracking
- Differentiated Science Instruction
- Laboratory and Chemical Management
Certification
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certification – American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Mental Health First Aid for Youth Certification – National Council for Behavioral Health.
- State Teaching Certification or License - CO #294626 Department of Education.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Accomplishments
-Primary Trauma Technician Trained (July 2025)
Software
Windows and MacOS Operating Systems
Microsoft Office
Google Workspace
Availability
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Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician
UCHealth
05.2023 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
DispatchHealth
07.2021 - 09.2022
Secondary Science Teacher
Academy School District 20 (Pine Creek HS)
08.2018 - 05.2020
Secondary Science Teacher/Science Department Chair
Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8 (Carson MS)
08.2015 - 05.2018
Secondary Mathematics Teacher
Fountain-Ft. Carson School District 8 (FMS)
03.2010 - 05.2011
University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
Allied Health And Professional Sciences from Biology/Pre-Medicine
University of Colorado Denver
Allied And Professional Health Sciences from Biology/Pre-Medicine
University of Colorado At Boulder
Professional Development from Human Evolution
Concordia University
Master of Education from Curriculum And Instruction
University of Cincinnati
Bachelor of Science from Middle Childhood Education (Math And Science)
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