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Deanna Westmark

Eagle,ID

Summary

Qualified Educator (as a classroom teacher and paraprofessional) with a robust background in supporting classroom activities and fostering student growth. Proven track record in assisting teachers with lesson preparations and managing classroom environments. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with both students and educators. I am self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility. I am comfortable working effectively in a fast-paced environments and acquire the ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations with ease.

Knowledgeable educator with background in substitute teaching. Engaged students through interactive lessons and maintained positive classroom environment. Demonstrated adaptability and effective classroom management skills.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraprofessional - Substitute

North Star Elementary
10.2021 - 12.2021
  • I assisted the classroom teacher with tutoring students in small groups as well as working with them one on one on classroom lessons they did not understand
  • I completed varied tasks including grading, organizing, copying papers, classroom management
  • I taught two different reading groups that I had to plan weekly lessons for

ELL Facilitator

Cambeiro Elementary School
08.2004 - 03.2006
  • Planned and developed and summer writing program for the school
  • Delivered high-quality training sessions, ensuring participants developed a thorough understanding of the subject matter.
  • Identified areas in need of improvement and implemented solutions.
  • I worked with staff developing strategies for their ELL learners
  • I was a reading teacher to Non-English speaking students
  • I facilitated home/school communication
  • I was the bridge between my school and the district with testing and placing students in proper language proficiency levels
  • Attended several Learning conferences to help create a positive ELL learning environment with all learning styles

Department Chair/ELL Teacher

Monaco Middle School
08.2002 - 08.2004
  • I tested and placed all ELL students arriving to Monaco Middle School and served as Department chair for the ELL team
  • Taught English and Reading to ELL students with Non-English and Limited English Proficiency
  • I facilitated language acquisition and incorporate several supplementary materials for several groups of students

Third Grade Teacher

William K. Moore Elementary School
08.2000 - 08.2002
  • Professional Development Committee Liaison: represented my school by attending monthly meetings discussing ways to improve programs within the School District
  • Academic Curriculum Committee member: responsible for formulating ideas with colleagues to improve academics school wide

Instructor

Community College of Southern Nevada
09.2001 - 05.2002
  • Instructed and facilitated the acquisition of English to ELL with a diverse population
  • Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
  • Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
  • Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.

Third Grade Teacher

Robert E. Lake Elementary School
08.1996 - 08.1999
  • Involved in an inclusion program welcoming the special handicap students into my classroom
  • Fortunate to have two down syndrome students in my class for one year, modifying curriculum to meet their needs
  • Member of the L.I.T
  • Committee (Learning Improvement Team), worked with colleagues developing ideas to devise goals for improving student achievement
  • Applied the Gonzalez Reading Model in my reading program
  • Created a writing program (incorporating the writing process), promoting writing in the target language
  • Incorporated early reading strategies using 'Words Their Way' techniques

Fifth Grade Teacher

Robert E. Lake Elementary School
11.1994 - 06.1996
  • Presented in-services for my colleagues
  • Took Professional Development Courses to enhance my knowledge in teaching
  • Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
  • Improved classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and setting clear expectations for behavior.

Education

Completed Idaho Comprehensive Literacy Course
01-2024

Completed: Differentiated Instruction Course
06-2020

Completed:Common Core Standards For ELA K-5 Course
06-2020

Completed: Teaching Students With
Learning Disabilities Course
06-2020

Completed: Understanding Adolescents Course
06-2020

Masters - Curriculum & Instruction, Emphasis ELL

University of Las Vegas
Las Vegas, Nevada
08.2000

BA - Elementary Education, Concentration Spanish

Clemson University
Clemson, South Carolina

Skills

  • Behavior management
  • Effective communication
  • Helping students with special needs
  • Small group and individual assistance
  • Classroom management
  • Instructional support
  • Reading and writing support
  • Differentiated instruction

Timeline

Paraprofessional - Substitute

North Star Elementary
10.2021 - 12.2021

ELL Facilitator

Cambeiro Elementary School
08.2004 - 03.2006

Department Chair/ELL Teacher

Monaco Middle School
08.2002 - 08.2004

Instructor

Community College of Southern Nevada
09.2001 - 05.2002

Third Grade Teacher

William K. Moore Elementary School
08.2000 - 08.2002

Third Grade Teacher

Robert E. Lake Elementary School
08.1996 - 08.1999

Fifth Grade Teacher

Robert E. Lake Elementary School
11.1994 - 06.1996

Completed Idaho Comprehensive Literacy Course

Completed: Differentiated Instruction Course

Completed:Common Core Standards For ELA K-5 Course

Completed: Teaching Students With

Completed: Understanding Adolescents Course

Masters - Curriculum & Instruction, Emphasis ELL

University of Las Vegas

BA - Elementary Education, Concentration Spanish

Clemson University
Deanna Westmark