Deanna Hallberg
Upper Saddle River
Summary
Dynamic Teacher with a proven track record at Northern Valley Regional High School District, dual certification of social studies and students with disabilities, skilled in IEP implementation and fostering student motivation. Expert in curriculum development and collaboration with faculty, creating engaging learning environments that promote inquiry-based learning and student success. Committed to enhancing educational outcomes for diverse learners.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education History Teacher
Northern Valley Regional High School District
09.2016 - Current
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Set rules and guidelines to manage classroom and maintain discipline.
- Maintained accurate and complete student records to prepare reports on children and activities.
- Performed research on latest instructional tools to inform purchase decisions by school administrators according to budget.
- Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
- Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
- Used computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement presentations.
- Proctored quizzes, tests, and standardized examinations.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
Special Education Social Studies Teacher
Mahwah Township Public Schools
09.2012 - 06.2016
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Discussed important historical figures, dates and events which helped shape modern world.
- Communicated objectives for all lessons, units and projects to students and parents.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Assigned daily lesson plans designed to motivate students and allow for creativity.
- Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails, and Parent Teacher Club.
Special Education Teacher
Park Academy
09.2011 - 11.2012
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
Maternity Leave History High School
Northern Highlands Regional High School
01.2012 - 06.2012
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Education
No Degree - Certificate of Students With Disabilities
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Teaneck, NJNo Degree - Continuing Ed Courses
Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CAMasters of Teaching - History
Rutgers University
Newark, NJ05-2010
Bachelor of Arts - History
Pace University
Pleasantville, NY06-2007
Skills
- IEP implementation
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Job readiness training
- Motivating students
- Course development
- Historical research
- Administration collaboration
- Organization
- Differentiated instruction
- Inquiry-based learning
- Curriculum development
- Student instruction
- Curriculum implementation
- Faculty collaboration
Certification
- Certificate of Social Studies K-12
- Certificate teacher of students with disabilities
Timeline
Special Education History Teacher
Northern Valley Regional High School District
09.2016 - Current
Special Education Social Studies Teacher
Mahwah Township Public Schools
09.2012 - 06.2016
Maternity Leave History High School
Northern Highlands Regional High School
01.2012 - 06.2012
Special Education Teacher
Park Academy
09.2011 - 11.2012
No Degree - Certificate of Students With Disabilities
Fairleigh Dickinson University
No Degree - Continuing Ed Courses
Fresno Pacific University
Masters of Teaching - History
Rutgers University
Bachelor of Arts - History
Pace University
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