Deirdre Hyland
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Experienced with curriculum development, ensuring educational content meets all necessary standards and engages students. Utilizes range of teaching methods to address different learning styles, promoting well-rounded understanding of subjects. Strong understanding of classroom management techniques to maintain productive and respectful learning environment.
Professional educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations.
Professional educator skilled in creating dynamic, inclusive classroom experiences that drive student success. Adept at leveraging diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs, ensuring comprehensive understanding of material. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in ever-evolving educational settings, with focus on critical thinking and communication.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Mesa Public Schools
04.2006 - 05.2022
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Teacher
Palatine School District 15
08.1997 - 05.2000
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Tempe Elementary School District
09.1989 - 05.1991
- Organized an artist in residence program for the 2nd grade
- implemented whole language and stations when teachers were first learning about them and collaborated with the veteran teachers to help them start their own learning stations
- Developed positive relationships with parents, communicating regularly about student progress and classroom happenings.
- Enhanced students'' mathematical abilities through hands-on activities and real-world examples.
- Provided individualized support for struggling learners, fostering a growth mindset and boosting confidence in their abilities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ12-1998
Skills
- Effective classroom management
- Effective relationship management
- Logical evaluation
- Instructional design
- Fostering a positive learning environment
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Growth mindset
Certification
Training - [Timeframe]
- Certified Standard Professional Certificate [6/10/2020 - 02/10/2033]
- Substitute K-12 [01/17/1989 - 07/01/2099]
Endorsements
- SEI PreK - 12
- Early Childhood Endorsement - birth - 8
Timeline
Teacher
Mesa Public Schools
04.2006 - 05.2022
Teacher
Palatine School District 15
08.1997 - 05.2000
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Tempe Elementary School District
09.1989 - 05.1991
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Arizona
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