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Deirdre Cannon

Arlington,TX

Summary

Accomplished educator and program planner with a proven track record at TAFA/Excel, adept in creative problem-solving and fostering teamwork. Leveraged interpersonal skills to enhance community outreach and program development, achieving significant improvements in student engagement and learning outcomes. Expert in project management and curriculum design, consistently delivering results beyond expectations.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Science & Math Teacher/Tutor

TAFA/Excel
08.2023 - Current
  • Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
  • Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
  • Provided individualized feedback to support student learning and development.
  • Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
  • Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
  • Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.

Women's Ministry Committee

Grace Covenant Church
06.2022 - Current
  • Mentored women of my church community
  • Developed programs geared to the needs of the women in our community
  • Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers
  • Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others

Science Teacher

South Arlington Christian Co-op
08.2019 - Current
  • Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
  • Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
  • Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
  • Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
  • Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.

Private Practice Lactation Consultant

For Babies' Sake Lactation
01.2009 - Current
  • Guide breastfeeding mothers and their infants as they work together to overcome feeding difficulties
  • Create individualized care plans for each dyad
  • Coordinate care and assessment as part of the caregiving team
  • Continually improved knowledge, skills, and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs.

Teacher

Legacy Homeschool Co-op
08.2016 - 05.2019
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.

Accounts Payable Analyst

Michaels Arts and Crafts
05.2008 - 05.2009
  • Received vendor invoices, validated for accuracy and routed for approval to prepare for payment processing.
  • Handled sensitive and confidential documents and information to maintain corporate reputation.
  • Investigated inquiries relating to status of accounts.

Events Specialist Manager

Recollections, Michaels Arts and Crafts Stores
01.2007 - 05.2008
  • Designed class content for hands-on customer projects
  • Managed and coordinated events calendar
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies
  • Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements

Substitute Teacher

Arlington ISD
08.2004 - 05.2005
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.

Fifth Grade Elementary School Teacher

Garland ISD
08.2001 - 06.2003
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
  • Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
  • Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
  • Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Coordinated and planned the science curriculum for grade level.
  • Advised on the science textbook committee.
  • Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.

Teacher

Earlsboro Public Schools
08.2000 - 06.2001
  • Science teacher for 6th-8th grade classes
  • Chaired the Science Fair for the district
  • Accompanied 9 students to the State Science Fair
  • Revamped the 3rd grade math curriculum with a focus on reader's workshops and small reading groups
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Oklahoma Christian University
Oklahoma City
05.2000

Skills

  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Creative Problem-Solving
  • Partnership Development
  • Project Management
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Community Outreach
  • Program Planning
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Staff & Administrative Support
  • Research
  • Goal oriented

Timeline

Science & Math Teacher/Tutor

TAFA/Excel
08.2023 - Current

Women's Ministry Committee

Grace Covenant Church
06.2022 - Current

Science Teacher

South Arlington Christian Co-op
08.2019 - Current

Teacher

Legacy Homeschool Co-op
08.2016 - 05.2019

Private Practice Lactation Consultant

For Babies' Sake Lactation
01.2009 - Current

Accounts Payable Analyst

Michaels Arts and Crafts
05.2008 - 05.2009

Events Specialist Manager

Recollections, Michaels Arts and Crafts Stores
01.2007 - 05.2008

Substitute Teacher

Arlington ISD
08.2004 - 05.2005

Fifth Grade Elementary School Teacher

Garland ISD
08.2001 - 06.2003

Teacher

Earlsboro Public Schools
08.2000 - 06.2001

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Oklahoma Christian University

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