Dennis Vakselis
Lawton,OK
Summary
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Apache Junction High School
2023.07 - 2024.04
- Filled vacancy for English Resource 11 and 12, 2023-24 school year
- English Resource consist of 26 students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
- Collaborate with parents, counselors, and tutoring to assist student success
- Assessed mastering content through IXL Learning Management System
- Develop student career goals and job skills through MyFutureAZ platform, create resumes and cover letter
- Through collaboration reduced failure rate over 90%
- Mentor high risk population providing individual guidance in small classroom
- Utilize Computer-based learning platforms to
- monitor student progress and assign grade completion
- Provided individual and group assistance to students with a range of abilities
- Collaborate with colleagues to foster positive learning development and environment
- Assist school administration with mandatory district testing by preparing testing documents
- Communicated with parents regarding lesson plans and upcoming activities and provided feedback on student performance.
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Gilbert Public Schools
2022.03 - 2022.05
- Collaborate with parents, counselors, and tutoring to assist student success
- Assessed mastering content through IXL Learning Management System
- Develop student career goals and job skills through MyFutureAZ platform
- Through collaboration reduced failure rate over 90%
- Mentor high risk population providing individual guidance in small classroom
- Utilize Computer-based learning platforms to monitor student progress and assign grade completion
- Provided individual and group assistance to students with a range of abilities
- Collaborate with colleagues to foster positive learning development and environment
- Assist school administration with mandatory district testing by preparing testing documents
- Communicated with parents regarding lesson plans and upcoming activities and provided feedback on student performance.
Coach Counselor
Rite of Passage
2021.11 - 2022.02
- Provide safety and around-the-clock supervision for the youth in our program
- Provide an atmosphere that is supportive of the needs of the students
- Monitor and document student behaviors and activities, participate and assist with educational, social, athletic and recreational activities.
Substitute Teacher
American Leadership Academy
2021.08 - 2021.11
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive leadership curriculum to support the growth and development of students at the American Leadership Academy
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to integrate leadership development into the overall school curriculum, ensuring a holistic approach to student growth and success
- Provided individual and group assistance to students with a range of abilities
- Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
Permanent Substitute Teacher
East Valley Institute of Technology
2021.01 - 2021.05
- Coordinated with East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT) staff members to meet their students needs during their absence
- Followed lesson plans to provide the best structure, routine, and learning goals for the students
- Provided classroom management to by discussing the classroom climate with the teacher and other possible situation that may arise
- Substituted for Interior Designing, Behavior Health, CNA, Nursing Assistant, Technician, Automotive, Veterinarian, and Graphic Design
- Ensure all students working stations, floors, and doors were wiped with proper cleaning solution utilizing proper PPE
- Managed classroom behavior by implementing effective discipline techniques to maintain a positive learning environment
- Adapted lesson plans and teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities
- Followed curriculum guidelines and provided instruction in various subjects, including English, math, science, and social studies.
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Charter One
2020.12 - 2021.01
- Filled in for absent teachers across multiple grade levels and subject areas, maintaining smooth classroom operations and ensuring learning continuity
- Adapted instructional materials and delivered engaging lessons for various student populations, including elementary, middle, and high school students
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies to maintain a positive and productive learning environment
- Provided one-on-one support to students with diverse learning needs, including those with special
American History Teacher
Leona Group
2019.07 - 2020.11
- Developed and implemented engaging American history curriculum, incorporating primary and secondary sources to facilitate active learning and critical thinking
- Utilized various teaching methods, including lectures, discussions, multimedia presentations, and hands-on activities, to cater to diverse learning styles and promote student engagement
- Monitored student progress and provided timely feedback on assignments and exams, ensuring students were meeting learning objectives and expectations
- Fostered a supportive and inclusive classroom environment that encouraged students to voice their opinions, ask questions, and challenge conventional ideas related to American history.
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Mesa Public Schools
2018.09 - 2019.05
- Implemented Education and Career Action Plan for 9th thru 12th grade population
- Filled in for absent teachers across multiple grade levels and subject areas, maintaining smooth classroom operations and ensuring learning continuity
- Adapted instructional materials and delivered engaging lessons for various student populations, including elementary, middle, and high school students
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies to maintain a positive and productive learning environment
- Provided one-on-one support to students with diverse learning needs, including those with special
Veteran Service Representative
Rio Salado College
2016.02 - 2016.12
- Assisted veterans in filing claims and accessing benefits, ensuring accurate and timely processing of paperwork
- Conducted thorough interviews to gather necessary information and evidence for veteran benefit claims
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of all interactions with veterans, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
- Input Veteran data utilizing VONAPP, V-ONCE, and SIS system ensuring education benefits are received.
Logistical Management
US Army
2004.07 - 2014.06
- Oversaw a team of 32 personnel, providing training, guidance, and performance evaluations to optimize productivity and effectiveness
- Collaborated with other units and external stakeholders to coordinate logistics support for training exercises, deployments, and humanitarian missions
- Effectively identify soldiers with the potential to benefit from additional education and training opportunities, thereby enhancing their skills, readiness, and overall contribution to the military mission.
Education
Master's in Secondary Education -
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04.2020
Bachelor's in Administration Criminal Justice -
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL07.2015
Skills
- Organization
- Communication
- Data-driven
- Active listening
- Problem solving
- Learning Management (LMS) Systems
- Student Information Systems (SIS)
- Email Outlook
Accomplishments
- Filled vacancy for English Resource 11 and 12, 2023-24 school year.
- Collaborate with parents, counselors, and tutoring to assist student success.
- Assessed mastering content through IXL Learning Management System.
- Develop student career goals and job skills through MyFutureAZ platform.
- Through collaboration reduced failure rate over 90%.
- Mentor high risk population providing individual guidance in small classroom.
- Utilize Computer-based learning platforms to monitor student progress and assign grade completion.
- Provided individual and group assistance to students with a range of abilities.
- Collaborate with colleagues to foster positive learning development and environment.
- Assist school administration with mandatory district testing by preparing testing documents.
- Communicated with parents regarding lesson plans and upcoming activities and provided feedback on student performance.
- Provide safety and around-the-clock supervision for the youth in our program.
- Provide an atmosphere that is supportive of the needs of the students.
- Monitor and document student behaviors and activities, participate and assist with educational, social, athletic and recreational activities.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive leadership curriculum to support the growth and development of students at the American Leadership Academy.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to integrate leadership development into the overall school curriculum, ensuring a holistic approach to student growth and success.
- Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
Timeline
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Apache Junction High School
2023.07 - 2024.04
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Gilbert Public Schools
2022.03 - 2022.05
Coach Counselor
Rite of Passage
2021.11 - 2022.02
Substitute Teacher
American Leadership Academy
2021.08 - 2021.11
Permanent Substitute Teacher
East Valley Institute of Technology
2021.01 - 2021.05
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Charter One
2020.12 - 2021.01
American History Teacher
Leona Group
2019.07 - 2020.11
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Mesa Public Schools
2018.09 - 2019.05
Veteran Service Representative
Rio Salado College
2016.02 - 2016.12
Logistical Management
US Army
2004.07 - 2014.06
Master's in Secondary Education -
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor's in Administration Criminal Justice -
Columbia Southern University
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