Deanne Schwartz
Castle Rock,CO
Summary
Results-driven educator with a focus on differentiated instruction and effective communication. Successfully improved student comprehension and test scores through innovative lesson planning and personalized feedback. Committed to nurturing a positive classroom culture.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
English Teacher
Hornell High School
Hornell, NY
09.1988 - 06.2017
- Developed engaging lesson plans that align with state curriculum standards.
- Facilitated diverse classroom discussions to enhance student comprehension and critical thinking skills.
- Increased students' test scores with strategic review sessions and personalized feedback.
- Created inclusive classroom environment, fostering respect and mutual understanding among students of diverse backgrounds.
- Implemented innovative teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and fostering a collaborative educational environment.
- Organized extracurricular activities that promote language skills and cultural awareness among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to refine instructional strategies and improve overall academic performance.
- Led professional development workshops focused on integrating technology into the classroom experience.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
- Assisted struggling students through targeted interventions, leading to increased academic success.
- Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current on educational trends and research-based strategies for instruction.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learner needs, ensuring all students had equal access to education opportunities.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
- Designed and facilitated group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary curriculum, resulting in enriched learning experiences for students.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need and implement targeted strategies for improvement.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Mentored new teachers within the department, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective teaching methods.
- Coordinated with school's special education team to adapt lessons for students with learning differences, ensuring inclusive learning environment.
- Facilitated student-led discussions, encouraging critical thinking and effective communication skills.
Coach
Hornell High School
Hornell, NY
09.1988 - 06.2017
- Developed and implemented game strategies to enhance team performance and adaptability.
- Conducted regular assessments of player skills, driving targeted training programs for improvement.
- Coordinated practice schedules, ensuring efficient use of time and resources for team development.
- Cultivated strong relationships with players, promoting teamwork and communication on and off the court.
- Increased player strength, agility, and game skills through successful practices.
- Enhanced team performance by implementing strategic game plans and conducting thorough player evaluations.
- Celebrated players'' successes both individually and as a group, fostering a strong sense of camaraderie and team pride.
- Developed players'' skills through targeted training sessions and personalized coaching, resulting in improved on-court abilities.
- Upheld safety standards at practices, games, and events.
- Promoted lifelong skills such as discipline and good sportsmanship.
- Served as a positive role model for athletes by demonstrating commitment, professionalism, and dedication to the sport both on and off the court.
- Fostered a positive team culture by emphasizing sportsmanship, teamwork, and discipline both on and off the court.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
Education
Bachelor of Science - English Major, Minor in Education And Coaching
Alfred University
Alfred, NYMaster of Science - Reading And Literacy
Alfred University
Alfred, NYSkills
- Student motivation
- Problem-solving skills
- Student support
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Lesson planning
- Team collaboration
- Online teaching
- Adapting to different learning styles
- Teaching strategies
- Reading comprehension
- Curriculum development
- Collaborative learning
- Parent communication
- Test preparation
- Google classroom
- Online instruction
- Grammar instruction
- Technology integration
- Grammar principles
- Group and individual instruction
- Classroom technology
- Differentiated instruction
- Writing workshops
- Literature analysis
- Reading assignment planning
- Literary analysis
- Special needs support
- Grade recording
- Substitute teaching
- Writing coursework
- Standardized testing
- Empathy and patience
- Public speaking
- Assessment and evaluation
- English literature knowledge
- Essay writing instruction
Timeline
English Teacher
Hornell High School
09.1988 - 06.2017
Coach
Hornell High School
09.1988 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Science - English Major, Minor in Education And Coaching
Alfred University
Master of Science - Reading And Literacy
Alfred University