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Deneen Popp

GEORGETOWN

Summary


Special education professional known for fostering inclusive learning environments and implementing effective engaging instructional strategies. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and achieving positive educational outcomes. Learned to be adaptable to changing classroom dynamics. Skilled in behavior management, curriculum development, as well as student and parent advocacy.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Leander Independent School District
08.2017 - Current
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
  • Led the Special Needs Department that consisted of 6 teachers 13 assistants that serve more than 80 students. Created their daily schedules, mediated between teachers and parents, and created resources to modify curriculum.

Kindergarten Teacher

Chesterbrook Academy
08.2015 - 08.2017
  • Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
  • Created a hands on curriculum that aligned with state standards and encouraged student learning engagement.
  • Increased parent involvement through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and workshops.

Garden Center Employee

Betty's Azalea Ranch
07.2014 - 08.2015
  • Assisted customers with finding requested plants and flowers for purchase.
  • Answered questions and provided information regarding plants and care to help customers make informed decisions.
  • Water, pruned and groomed plants and trees to maintain health and attractiveness.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Westfield State University
Westfield, MA
05-1997

Skills

  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Differentiated instructional strategies
  • Scheduling proficiency
  • Curriculum Development
  • Tree and plant knowledge

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Leander Independent School District
08.2017 - Current

Kindergarten Teacher

Chesterbrook Academy
08.2015 - 08.2017

Garden Center Employee

Betty's Azalea Ranch
07.2014 - 08.2015

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Westfield State University

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