Deborah Holden
Grapevine
Summary
Professional educator with an extensive background in language arts instruction and a passion for reading and writing. Adept at curriculum development, classroom management, and fostering student engagement. Strong focus on collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in lesson planning, assessment, and differentiated instruction. Reliable and resourceful, consistently supporting team goals and student success.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English Language Arts Teacher
Lewisville Independent School District
08.1999 - Current
- Taught Sixth, Seventh, and Eighth Grade English Language Arts.
- ELA Department Chair 2004-present.
- Gifted & Talented Campus Facilitator, 2015-present.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to foster student interest and understanding in language arts.
- Promoted critical thinking skills through analytical writing assignments that encouraged students to synthesize information from multiple sources.
- Created writing assessment tools for department use.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to enhance student reading, writing, and critical thinking skills.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to support diverse learning needs.
- Consistently monitored student progress through formative and summative assessments.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to align curriculum and share best practices.
- Integrated technology and interactive learning methods to boost student engagement.
English Teacher
Prince of Peace Catholic School
07.1998 - 08.1999
- Taught Sixth and Seventh Grade English, focusing on writing, grammar, and communication skills.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
Adjunct Instructor, English
Tulsa Community College
08.1997 - 05.1998
- Provided individualized feedback on assignments, enabling students to improve their writing and rhetorical skills.
- Achieved high student evaluations by delivering engaging lectures, providing timely feedback, and demonstrating genuine care for students' academic success.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK05-1997
Skills
- Organization
- Planning
- Attention to detail
- Collaboration
- Communication
Certification
Texas Secondary English Language Arts Certification
ESL Certification
Timeline
English Language Arts Teacher
Lewisville Independent School District
08.1999 - Current
English Teacher
Prince of Peace Catholic School
07.1998 - 08.1999
Adjunct Instructor, English
Tulsa Community College
08.1997 - 05.1998
Bachelor of Arts - English
Oklahoma State University
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