Deana Chervenak
Orlando,FL
Summary
Engaging Kindergarten committed to preparing young students for elementary learning. Models diverse academic knowledge along with nurturing and enthusiastic presence that energizes students. Forms partnerships with parents and other education professionals to deliver learning and emotional support each child needs.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Osceola Science Charter School
07.2023 - Current
- Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
- Utilized assessment data to modify instruction and target areas of weakness for individual students.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs of all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in classroom environment.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Monitored use of technology, enhancing student learning and technological skills.
- Developed and implemented Project Based Learning strategies to create cross curricular activities.
Kindergarten Teacher
Regency Christian Academy
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and workshops.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Assisted in curriculum development to align lessons with state standards and improve overall instructional quality.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments to inform instructional decisions.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education.
Lead VPK Teacher
Regency Christian Academy
07.2012 - 05.2022
- Created child-centered learning environment characterized by consistent application of sound mental health and educational psychology practices
- Played games with students to increase understanding of subjects
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student
- Reported to parents and administration about student progress
- Introduced read-aloud literature to stimulate imagination and build comprehension and vocabulary
- Instructed children between ages 5 and 6 on mathematical basics
- Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multisensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills
- Observed and assessed student performance and charted progress.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
Preschool Lead Teacher
StarChild Academy Franchise Corporation
08.2010 - 03.2013
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans
- Established guidelines for teacher performance, lesson planning and compliance with established procedures
- Provided open and loving environment where children direct learning process
- Followed Open Court learning strategies
- Planned and prepared activities for students age 3-4
- Completed documentation on individual children and teachers for recordkeeping
- Reviewed facility environment, removed concerns and optimized for children's safety.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ01.2023
Skills
- Curriculum Planning
- Early Childhood Development
- Educational Games
- Classroom Management
- Smart Classroom
- Early Reading
- Differentiated Instruction
- Community involvement
- Group and individual instruction
- Parent Communication
- Technology Integration
- Science Exploration
Personal Information
Title: Kindergarten Teacher
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Osceola Science Charter School
07.2023 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Regency Christian Academy
08.2022 - 05.2023
Lead VPK Teacher
Regency Christian Academy
07.2012 - 05.2022
Preschool Lead Teacher
StarChild Academy Franchise Corporation
08.2010 - 03.2013
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Phoenix
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