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Deidera Hindman

Douglasville,GA

Summary

Accomplished Educator of 19 years with a robust background in the Douglas County School District, adept at Lesson Planning with Differentiated Instruction and Classroom Management. Leveraged strong Organizational Skills and Parent-Teacher Communication to drive student success and foster inclusive environments. Recognized for inspiring students and improving academic performance through innovative teaching strategies.

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.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Educator

Douglas County School District
2013.08 - Current

Developed engaging curriculum materials, resulting in increased student interest and understanding of subject matter for 45 plus students

  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
  • Serving on School Leadership Team focused on improving policies or procedures related to academics, driving positive change
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with latest educational research and best practices, translating findings into actionable improvements for the classroom.
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance on classroom management techniques.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through consistent communication, supporting their involvement in the educational process and addressing concerns promptly about their student.
  • Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
  • Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
  • Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, enhancing student learning through interdisciplinary connections.
  • Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to target areas of weakness and continuously improve student performance throughout the school year.
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
  • Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
  • Improved student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and real-life examples into lesson plans.
  • Provided constructive feedback on assignments, empowering students to take ownership of their learning and academic growth.
  • Facilitated student-led, inquiry-based activities in classroom to enhance learning experience.
  • Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Created and implemented assessments to measure student progress.
  • Developed and implemented useful behavior management strategies to instill discipline and compliance with conduct code.
  • Promoted a love of reading among students by creating engaging book displays in the classroom library, hosting book talks, and offering personalized recommendations based on individual interests.
  • Served on various school committees such as Hospitality ( Lead) Committee, Fall Festival (Lead) Committee , STEM committee .etc
  • Organized Fall Festival with all grade levels for tickets sales and any outside vendors.
  • Contacting locations for school field trips and special events Then collected permission slips and payments. Receipted money and turned into office.

Kindergarten Paraprofessional

Douglas County School District
2005.08 - 2013.08
  • Prepared instructional materials, including visual aids, hands-on resources, and multimedia tools, to support teaching objectives effectively.
  • Provided one-on-one instruction for struggling students, improving their overall performance in the classroom.
  • Supported lead teacher in managing classroom activities for optimal student engagement and growth.
  • Implemented positive reinforcement strategies to promote good behavior and foster a supportive learning atmosphere.
  • Played games with students to increase understanding of subjects.
  • Upheld school policies while fostering safe and nurturing atmosphere conducive to effective learning experiences.
  • Utilized differentiated instruction techniques when working with diverse learners, catering to various learning styles for maximum comprehension.
  • Mentored new paraprofessionals as they acclimated to their roles within the school system, sharing knowledge and expertise from personal experiences.
  • Created Schedules for Paraprofessionals for AM/PM car rider duties.
  • Aided in conflict resolution between students during challenging situations, promoting harmony within the classroom community.
  • Instructed children between ages 4 and 6 on mathematical basics.
  • Tutored first graders on sight words and letter sounds
  • Assisted in monitoring standardized testing procedures while maintaining a calm testing environment for students.
  • Assisted with lunch duty monitoring of 60 students for those that needed aid and ensure behavior in the cafeteria during lunchtime.
  • Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
  • Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
  • Assisted with school field trips and special events by collecting permission slips and payments.
  • Prepared reports and maintained administrative records.
  • Monitored students in computer lab to enforce proper use of resources.

Education

Gifted Endorsement - Education of The Gifted And Talented

Metro RESA
Atlanta, GA
05.2023

Bachelor of Science - Elementary School Teaching/ Special Education Ed

Mercer University
Macon, GA
05.2013

Townsend Christian Academy
Townsend, GA
1998

High School - High School

Lithia Springs Comprehensive High School
Lithia Springs, GA
01.1991

Skills

  • Strong Work Ethic and very Dependable
  • Strong Time Management.
  • Computer Proficiency of Google and Microsoft office
  • Remote Online Teaching and Learning in various subjects
  • Organizational and Planning Skills
  • Classroom Management /Conflict Resolution Techniques
  • Parent-Teacher Communication/ Positive Parent Interaction
  • Good Parent and Guardian Relationships
  • Motivating and Inspiring Students on various levels
  • Documentation and Record Keeping of student Data and Student Records Management
  • Organizational and Planning Skills
  • Managing supplies and Good Classroom Organization

Certification

  • Write score writing program and assessment training 2017-2024
  • IREADY Reading and Math / 2023-2024
  • AVID Writing Career Readiness Training AVID Professional Learning ensures that AVID Elementary teachers, AVID learning strategies, methodologies, and structures to ensure college and career readiness for students./2020-2023
  • Espark Reading and Math program 2022-2024
  • Envision Math Training /2020-2023
  • Eureka Math Training /2015-2020
  • Flip Classroom certification /2005

Timeline

Educator

Douglas County School District
2013.08 - Current

Kindergarten Paraprofessional

Douglas County School District
2005.08 - 2013.08

Gifted Endorsement - Education of The Gifted And Talented

Metro RESA

Bachelor of Science - Elementary School Teaching/ Special Education Ed

Mercer University

Townsend Christian Academy

High School - High School

Lithia Springs Comprehensive High School
  • Write score writing program and assessment training 2017-2024
  • IREADY Reading and Math / 2023-2024
  • AVID Writing Career Readiness Training AVID Professional Learning ensures that AVID Elementary teachers, AVID learning strategies, methodologies, and structures to ensure college and career readiness for students./2020-2023
  • Espark Reading and Math program 2022-2024
  • Envision Math Training /2020-2023
  • Eureka Math Training /2015-2020
  • Flip Classroom certification /2005
Deidera Hindman