Deanne Cummings

• Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to enhance student understanding of literature.
• Facilitated classroom discussions that foster critical thinking and encourage diverse perspectives among students.
• Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
• Evaluated student work fairly and consistently, offering detailed feedback to guide future improvement efforts.
• Prepared students for standardized tests by reviewing essential skills, administering practice exams, and providing constructive feedback on performance.
• Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing consistent expectations and consequences for all students.
• Served as a positive role model for students, demonstrating respect, empathy, and professionalism in all interactions.
• Fostered a love of literature among students by introducing engaging texts from diverse genres, authors, time periods, and cultures.
• Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.

Upon retiring from public school, I accepted a position as a 1st grade ELAR teacher at BCA, despite it being outside of my certification. It was a delightful experience. I had amazing support from the academic dean as I was learning to work with emerging readers. It was a successful year. The second year I served, I taught ELAR to 4th and 5th graders. This position was closer to my area of certification, which is ELAR and speech 6-12th grade.

I taught junior high ELAR for all but one year. The last year before retiring, I taught 9th grade English. I had a book published during this time period, and students helped me decide on a cover. I began an enrichment project for GT students called author fair, which continued for many years after I left the district.

My first 12 years of teaching took place here. I was chosen as Teacher of the Year one year at this district. I served as ELA department head toward the end of my stay in L.C.I.S.D.