Deborah Blosser
Shepherd,MI
Summary
Enthusiastic and creative individual with solid understanding of student development and learning styles. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills and connects with students from diverse backgrounds. Experienced developing engaging lesson plans and assessments to measure student progress.
Unique, broad, professional experience in both elementary and secondary settings.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Nutrition Educator
Gratiot Isabella R E S D
09.2012 - 02.2020
- Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills by presenting nutritional information to individuals and small groups monthly.
- Created educational materials focusing on various aspects of nutrition, enhancing client understanding of key concepts.
- Facilitated group sessions addressing a wide range of topics related to nutrition and wellness, promoting informed decision-making among participants.
- Designed and assembled promotional tools for use at community senior gatherings to provide education on nutrition and wellness.
Second Grade Teacher
Imagine Learning
08.1999 - 06.2006
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
Principal/ Teacher Grades 1-11
Seventh-day Adventist Parochial Schools
07.1976 - 07.1999
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Developed a remedial reading program for high school students.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MI08.1980
Skills
- Public Speaking
- Computer Skills
- Writing Skills
- Leadership Skills
- Behavior Change
- Organizational skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Lesson Planning
Accomplishments
Initiated a new remedial reading and assessment program on the secondary level.
Developed an ESL program on the high school level.
Collaborated with team members in the development of bench marks to coordinate with state standards.
Created presentations and displays for nutrition education.
Writing and music
I enjoy singing and playing the piano. I find writing stories in play form, a creative outlet.
Timeline
Nutrition Educator
Gratiot Isabella R E S D
09.2012 - 02.2020
Second Grade Teacher
Imagine Learning
08.1999 - 06.2006
Principal/ Teacher Grades 1-11
Seventh-day Adventist Parochial Schools
07.1976 - 07.1999
Master of Arts - Education
Andrews University
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