Deborah Colburn
Summary
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Homemaker
06.2018 - Current
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children.
- Organized extracurricular schedules for sports and classes and provided safe transportation to different events.
Private Kindergarten Teacher
La Petite Academy Inc.
02.2016 - 06.2018
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
Student Teacher, Grade 1
Rena B. Wright Primary School
10.2015 - 01.2016
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
Student Teacher, Preschool
La Petite Academy Inc.
08.2015 - 10.2015
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
Student
Grand Canyon University
05.2014 - 02.2015
- Took extensive notes to document lessons and further solidify learning objectives.
- Collaborated on group projects to complete professional deliverables.
- Participated in lecture classes and asked compelling questions to further solidify learning.
- Completed projects and submitted research proposals to propel personal learning ambitions.
- Worked with industry professionals to further drive learning goals.
Restaurant Manager
Friendly's Ice Cream
11.2011 - 03.2013
- Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
- Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
- Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations, and procedures.
Music Teacher
Trinity Catholic School
10.2008 - 06.2010
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
- Mentored students of different ages and backgrounds in music theory, composition and performance.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback to guide progress.
- Tailored instruction to meet individual student needs and cultivated inclusive learning environment.
- Collaborated with other music teachers to expand student knowledge and deliver comprehensive learning experiences.
- Scheduled shows and performances in accordance with school calendar.
- Attended department meetings and collaborated with other fine arts teachers.
Education
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ02.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Vocal Performance
University of Maine
Orono, ME12.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
University of Maine
Orono, ME05.2007
High School Diploma -
Brunswick High School
Brunswick, ME06.2003
Skills
- Student-Centered Learning
- Parent and Student Communication
- Creative Lesson Plan Development
- Positive Learning Environment
Timeline
Homemaker
06.2018 - Current
Private Kindergarten Teacher
La Petite Academy Inc.
02.2016 - 06.2018
Student Teacher, Grade 1
Rena B. Wright Primary School
10.2015 - 01.2016
Student Teacher, Preschool
La Petite Academy Inc.
08.2015 - 10.2015
Student
Grand Canyon University
05.2014 - 02.2015
Restaurant Manager
Friendly's Ice Cream
11.2011 - 03.2013
Music Teacher
Trinity Catholic School
10.2008 - 06.2010
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts - Vocal Performance
University of Maine
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
University of Maine
High School Diploma -
Brunswick High School