Debra Hartman
Grand Island,NE
Summary
Passionate Elementary Teacher for 43 years in both rural and urban settings. Proven history of creating engaged classroom environments supporting diverse educational styles. Versatile student-oriented approach consistently supporting optimum performance and advancement.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Teacher
Doniphan-Trumbull Public School
08.2012 - 08.2023
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Implemented creative classroom management techniques to maintain an orderly and focused learning environment.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering strong communication between students, parents, and staff members.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for improved outcomes.
Elementary Teacher
Grand Island Public Schools
08.2009 - 08.2013
- Implemented creative classroom management techniques to maintain an orderly and focused learning environment.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering strong communication between students, parents, and staff members.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for improved outcomes.
- Developed strong relationships with students and their families through consistent communication and involvement in school events.
- Served on school committees focused on improving instructional practices, furthering professional growth, and advancing educational initiatives.
- Provided individualized and diversified instruction to support student comprehension and assist with navigating challenges.
- Improved students'' reading comprehension levels by implementing interactive and engaging literacy activities.
- Contributed to the improvement of schoolwide curriculum by participating in professional development workshops and sharing insights with colleagues.
Elementary Teacher
Beatrice Public Schools
08.1993 - 08.2009
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Implemented creative classroom management techniques to maintain an orderly and focused learning environment.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering strong communication between students, parents, and staff members.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for improved outcomes.
- Increased overall student achievement by utilizing differentiated instructional methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Developed strong relationships with students and their families through consistent communication and involvement in school events.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, deepening students'' understanding of multiple subjects.
- Contributed to the improvement of school-wide curriculum by participating in professional development workshops and sharing insights with colleagues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE05.1979
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Relationship Building
- Lesson Planning
- Team Collaboration
- Technology Integration
- Student needs assessment
Timeline
Elementary Teacher
Doniphan-Trumbull Public School
08.2012 - 08.2023
Elementary Teacher
Grand Island Public Schools
08.2009 - 08.2013
Elementary Teacher
Beatrice Public Schools
08.1993 - 08.2009
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
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