Deanna Lazorka
Elementary School Teacher
Westland,MI
Summary
Accomplished teacher successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Fifth Grade Teacher
Melvindale Northern-Allen Park Schools
Melvindale, MI
09.2019 - Current
- Create lesson plans and modify accordingly throughout the year
- Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments in order to evaluate students' progress
- Create a positive classroom environment for students to learn
- Participate in ongoing training sessions
- Utilize various curriculum resources
- Confer with parents, guardians, and other school personnel about students' progress
- Effectively use technology to enhance instruction and improve learning
Third Grade Teacher
Melvindale Northern-Allen Park Schools
Melvindale, MI
09.2001 - 06.2019
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
Second/Third Grade Reading Teacher
Melvindale Northern-Allen Park
Melvindale, MI
09.2000 - 06.2001
- Assessed and reported on each student's reading progress in accordance with policies developed by school district.
- Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
- Supervised small reading groups of students.
- Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
- Contacted parents to discuss student progress and notify about class issues.
- Promoted love of reading and literacy to all students.
Second Grade Teacher
Melvindale Northern-Allen Park Schools
Melvindale, MI
10.1998 - 06.2000
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
Education
Master of Reading - Education
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN 09.2003 - 08.2005
Master in The Art of Teaching - Education
Marygrove College
Detroit, MI 09.1998 - 08.2001
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI 09.1991 - 04.1997
Skills
Relationship Building
undefinedTimeline
Fifth Grade Teacher
Melvindale Northern-Allen Park Schools
09.2019 - Current
Master of Reading - Education
Walden University
09.2003 - 08.2005
Third Grade Teacher
Melvindale Northern-Allen Park Schools
09.2001 - 06.2019
Second/Third Grade Reading Teacher
Melvindale Northern-Allen Park
09.2000 - 06.2001
Second Grade Teacher
Melvindale Northern-Allen Park Schools
10.1998 - 06.2000
Master in The Art of Teaching - Education
Marygrove College
09.1998 - 08.2001
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Eastern Michigan University
09.1991 - 04.1997
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