Dawn Grebinar
Leominster ,MA
Summary
Dedicated educator and coach with over 20 years of teaching experience and expertise in differentiated instruction, curriculum development, and mentoring. Proven ability to enhance student engagement in the classroom and foster athletic skill development.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
7th Grade ELA Teacher
Town Of Lunenburg
08.2013 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to enhance student comprehension and critical thinking.
- Facilitated collaborative learning experiences that promoted peer interaction and communication skills among students.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within the classroom.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments, providing targeted feedback to support academic growth.
- Mentored new teachers in classroom management techniques and effective instructional practices to promote professional development.
- Led interdisciplinary projects that integrated ELA with other subjects, fostering a holistic understanding of content areas.
- Organized parent-teacher conferences to discuss student performance, building strong home-school connections for improved outcomes.
- Enhanced literacy programs through the adoption of innovative resources and technologies to engage students in reading activities.
- Communicated regularly with parents through conferences, newsletters, and progress reports to discuss student progress and address any concerns or challenges.
- Facilitated peer review processes among students during writing assignments which encouraged collaboration in refining their written works leading towards higher-quality final drafts.
- Utilized various teaching methods such as group projects, debates, presentations, and multimedia resources to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance, fostering a respectful and focused classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary units of study, promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills across subject areas.
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents to foster a positive learning environment, resulting in increased student engagement and academic growth.
- Incorporated real-world connections into lessons to make content more relevant and engaging for students while enhancing their understanding of key concepts.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to ensure accessibility for all learners while maintaining rigor and high expectations for achievement.
- Provided targeted interventions for struggling students by developing customized support plans based on individual needs assessments.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance and support to enhance classroom management and instructional practices.
- Implemented data-driven instruction by analyzing student assessment results, effectively addressing individual learning needs and improving overall performance.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Gordon College
Wenham, MA01-1999
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Massachusetts At Dartmouth
North Dartmouth, MA06-1998
Skills
- Curriculum implementation
- Differentiated instruction
- Curriculum development
- Data analysis
- Analytical skills
Timeline
7th Grade ELA Teacher
Town Of Lunenburg
08.2013 - Current
Master of Arts - Education
Gordon College
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Massachusetts At Dartmouth