Denise Robertson
Vandalia,OH
Summary
At Tipp City Exempted Village Schools, in the current role as an educator, initiatives were spearheaded that enhanced cultural awareness and academic success, leveraging skills in instructional leadership and teacher mentoring. By implementing strategic planning and coordination there were increased course enrollments that fostered inclusive environments, showcasing a commitment to excellence and a knack for nurturing educational growth. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
French Teacher
Tipp City Exempted Village Schools
08.2003 - Current
- Communicated with students in French to foster oral proficiency.
- Utilized various teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within classroom.
- Established positive rapport with students, fostering environment of trust and open communication.
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques to maintain orderly learning environment while addressing behavioral issues promptly and fairly.
- Facilitated learning of French language using variety of instructional methods, resources and technological tools.
- Improved student fluency in French by incorporating immersive activities and authentic materials.
- Built cultural literacy by organizing lesson plans focused on French-speaking countries.
- Organized annual French cultural events at school, promoting awareness and appreciation for culture among all students.
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Collaborated with other language teachers to develop cross-curricular projects for richer learning experience.
- Encouraged active participation by designing engaging group activities and interactive presentations.
- Enhanced cultural understanding by integrating French traditions, customs, and history into lessons.
- Coordinated study abroad programs for interested students, facilitating immersion experiences that deepened their understanding of French culture and language proficiency.
- Developed course curriculum, lesson plans and supplemental materials to support student success.
- Coordinated special excursions to local points of interests and more extensive study trips to expand learning of other World languages and culture for students.
World Language Department Chair
Tipp City Exempted Village Schools
08.2016 - Current
- Organized extracurricular activities related to world languages, promoting cultural awareness outside of classroom setting.
- Oversaw hiring process within World Language Department to ensure diverse group of highly qualified educators joined team.
- Led department meetings efficiently while encouraging open discussion on pertinent topics concerning staff members or students.
- Advocated for importance of world language education within school community, leading to increased enrollment in courses.
- Implemented strategies to increase student recruiting, engagement and retention.
Student Senate Advisor
Tipp City Exempted Village Schools
08.2012 - Current
- Fostered a positive environment for open communication between students, faculty, and administration.
- Coordinated fundraising efforts to support charitable causes identified by students as important or meaningful to their communities.
- Organized successful school-wide events by collaborating with various campus departments and clubs.
- Provided mentorship to individual student leaders, helping them develop their skills while navigating challenges related to their roles in governance positions.
- Served as a liaison between the administration and students, ensuring that all voices were heard during decision-making processes.
- Developed leadership skills in student representatives through targeted workshops and training sessions.
- Improved overall student satisfaction by addressing concerns and implementing necessary changes within the student government structure.
New Teacher Mentor
Tipp City Exempted Village School
06.2011 - Current
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on instructional strategies and classroom management techniques for successful outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing training to enhance mentoring skills and stay updated on best practices in student success strategies.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources and best practices for increased effectiveness across the school.
- Conducted regular check-ins with mentees to monitor progress towards achieving their goals and to address any concerns or challenges faced along the way.
- Developed strong relationships with mentees, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Provided guidance to peers on academic and personal matters, promoting overall wellbeing.
- Shared resources, opportunities, and activities to support mentee's learning and development.
- Met mentee formally, informally, in-person and virtually to offer support.
- Established trusting relationship with mentee by maintaining professionalism and honoring confidentiality.
Junior Class Advisor
Tipp City Exempted Village Schools
08.2003 - Current
- Coordinated school-wide events promoting a sense of unity among students, staff, and families within the community.
- Organized, implements and evaluates the assigned student activities such as the Junior-Senior Prom.
- Promote academic enrichment as a vital aspect of the district's educational mission, as well as keeps the principal informed of issues.
Cheerleading Coach
Tipp City Exempted Village Schools
08.2009 - 06.2015
- Fostered a positive and supportive environment, promoting teamwork and sportsmanship among cheerleaders.
- Mentored young athletes, providing guidance on personal growth and academic achievements.
- Managed scheduling for practices, performances, and competitions, ensuring timely communication with parents and team members.
Devilaire Dance Team
Tipp City Exempted Village Schools
08.2003 - 06.2011
- Fostered a positive environment among teammates by providing encouragement whenever needed.
- Utilized strong memorization skills, quickly learning and retaining complex routines for performances.
- Strengthened team unity by organizing team bonding events and activities outside of practice hours.
English Teacher
Tipp City Exempted Village Schools
08.2003 - 06.2006
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
University of Dayton
Dayton, OH06.2008
Bachelor of Arts - French, English/Language Arts Education
Ohio Northern University
Ada, OH05.2003
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Teacher Mentoring
- Curriculum Alignment
- Recruitment Strategies
- Planning and coordination
Accomplishments
- 4 Time recipient of Excellence in Education Award for Miami County
- 2023 TORCH Award Honoree-The Teachers of Ohio Representing Character and Heart (TORCH) recognition celebrates teachers who model strong character and a heart for their students, colleagues and communities.
- Successfully led 8 education trips abroad to Europe (England, France, Italy, Spain, Germany etc.) with students to enhance their cultural awareness and promote cultural competency.
Languages
French
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
World Language Department Chair
Tipp City Exempted Village Schools
08.2016 - Current
Student Senate Advisor
Tipp City Exempted Village Schools
08.2012 - Current
New Teacher Mentor
Tipp City Exempted Village School
06.2011 - Current
Cheerleading Coach
Tipp City Exempted Village Schools
08.2009 - 06.2015
French Teacher
Tipp City Exempted Village Schools
08.2003 - Current
Junior Class Advisor
Tipp City Exempted Village Schools
08.2003 - Current
Devilaire Dance Team
Tipp City Exempted Village Schools
08.2003 - 06.2011
English Teacher
Tipp City Exempted Village Schools
08.2003 - 06.2006
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
University of Dayton
Bachelor of Arts - French, English/Language Arts Education
Ohio Northern University
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