Denise Flaim
North Tonawanda,United States
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Niagara Wheatfield Central School District
09.1993 - Current
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
- Enhanced student knowledge of technology by integrating various web-based applications for research and assignments.
- Devised and implemented strategies to create and maintain cohesive school community within virtual classroom setting.
Tutor
Self-employeed
Jun1985 - Current
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback and support.
Sales Associate
Gap
Mar1985 - Jun1990
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
- Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise.
Cheer Coach Volunteer
Niagara Catholic High School
- Prepared cheerleaders for games and competitions with rigorous practice schedule.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Niagara University
Niagara Falls, NYBachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Niagara University
Niagara Falls, NYBachelor of Arts - English
Niagara University
Niagara Falls, NYSkills
- Assess Students
- Special Education
- Grading
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Parent and Student Communication
- SMART Board Aptitude
- Technology Integration
- Creative Lesson Plan Development
- Essay Writing Technique Development
- Excellent Reading Comprehension
Timeline
Teacher
Niagara Wheatfield Central School District
09.1993 - Current
Tutor
Self-employeed
Jun1985 - Current
Sales Associate
Gap
Mar1985 - Jun1990
Cheer Coach Volunteer
Niagara Catholic High School
Master of Arts - Education
Niagara University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Niagara University
Bachelor of Arts - English
Niagara University