Deanna Blem
Hillsboro,OR
Summary
Dynamic educator with a positive attitude and a proven track record at Hillsboro School District, enhancing student comprehension through innovative teaching methods. Skilled in grading and providing constructive feedback, I effectively support students with special needs, fostering an inclusive environment that promotes academic success and critical thinking.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
St. Cecilia Catholic Church And School
08.2023 - Current
- Served as a positive role model for students by demonstrating professionalism, respectfulness, and an unwavering commitment to education excellence.
- Contributed to a more organized classroom setting by maintaining accurate records on student attendance, assignments, and progress reports.
- Ensured the safety of all students by adhering strictly to school policies regarding proper supervision during class times as well as extracurricular activities.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining open lines of communication with students, parents, and staff.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade
Hillsboro School District
09.2019 - 06.2023
- Assisted permanent teachers in maintaining classroom routines, ensuring a seamless transition during their absence.
- Managed time effectively by balancing multiple responsibilities such as grading assignments, planning lessons, and attending meetings while serving as a substitute teacher.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by implementing consistent classroom management techniques and clear expectations for behavior.
- Adapted quickly to various classroom settings and grade levels by demonstrating flexibility, adaptability, and a strong understanding of diverse curricula.
- Cultivated a culture of respect within the classroom by modeling appropriate behavior and addressing issues promptly when they arose.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, performance, and progress to inform instructional decisions and report to permanent teachers.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
Classroom Teacher
Hillsboro School District
08.1991 - 07.2019
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Championed inclusionary practices within the classroom setting by accommodating diverse needs of students with special education plans or language barriers, enabling them to succeed alongside peers in mainstream classrooms.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational best practices.
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
Portland State University
Portland, Oregon, OR05.1991
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Grading and feedback
- Helping students with special needs
- Behavior redirection
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
St. Cecilia Catholic Church And School
08.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade
Hillsboro School District
09.2019 - 06.2023
Classroom Teacher
Hillsboro School District
08.1991 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Arts - English
Portland State University