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Deborah Gronski

Riverton,WY

Summary

Compassionate educator with a proven track record at Yongsan International School of Seoul, adept at fostering student growth through differentiated instruction and relationship building. Skilled in literacy development and lesson planning, I create engaging learning environments that promote academic success and emotional well-being, ensuring all students thrive. Communicates effectively with administrators, faculty and parents.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Substitute Teacher, K-5

Fremont County School District 25
09.2021 - Current
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
  • Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
  • Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
  • Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
  • Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
  • Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.

Grade 2 Teacher

Yongsan International School of Seoul
07.2013 - 06.2021
  • Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
  • Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
  • Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
  • Taught core subjects of math, reading, social studies, science, bible and social emotional learning.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
  • Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
  • Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
  • Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
  • Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
  • Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
  • Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.

Preschool Teacher

Peoria Unified School District #11
08.2008 - 05.2013
  • Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
  • Maintained health and safety procedures and licenses such as CPR/First Aid.
  • Assisted and supervised 13-18 children through entire school day.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Ottawa University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
03-2010

Skills

  • Grammar instruction
  • Literacy development
  • Literacy instruction
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Interactive learning
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Multi-subject instruction
  • Video conferencing
  • Student tutoring
  • Classroom organization
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Individualized learning plans
  • Oral communication
  • Standardized tests
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Student testing
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Relationship building
  • Lesson planning
  • Group and individual instruction

Certification

Bachelor of Arts with SEI endorsement from Ottawa University of Phoenix, AZ

Timeline

Substitute Teacher, K-5

Fremont County School District 25
09.2021 - Current

Grade 2 Teacher

Yongsan International School of Seoul
07.2013 - 06.2021

Preschool Teacher

Peoria Unified School District #11
08.2008 - 05.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Ottawa University of Phoenix

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