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Dezerae Cave

Port Orchard,WA

Summary

Dedicated educator passionate about fostering higher-level thinking and creativity within students and staff. Proven track record of innovation, collaboration, and promoting inclusion within the educational community. Skilled in implementing programs such as AVID and CHAMPS and adept at integrating technology seamlessly into the classroom environment. Eager to leverage experience and expertise in a leadership role.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

7th Grade Humanities Teacher

John Sedgwick Middle School
01.2021 - Current
  • Managed classroom efficiently by establishing clear expectations and routines while maintaining a safe, respectful learning environment for all students.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing various teaching methods and strategies, catering to diverse learning styles.
  • Provided targeted support for struggling students through individualized tutoring sessions or small group instruction, increasing overall class performance levels.
  • Coached multiple sports including track, cross country, basketball, and volleyball.

4/5TH GRADE TEACHER

L’OUVERTURE CAREER AND TECHNOLOGY MAGNET
01.2018 - 01.2021
  • Utilized researched based methods to provide data driven instruction to students
  • Used and taught AVID Elementary strategies with fidelity
  • Taught math, ELA, science and social studies in self-contained and remote classrooms
  • Successfully integrated iPads, Chromebooks, and related apps into lesson plans
  • Supported colleagues in their use of technology.

Education

EdD (Cand.), Instructional Design and Performance Technology -

Baker University
Baldwin City, KS

Master of Education in Teaching And Learning -

Friends University
Wichita, KS
05.2021

Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education -

Wichita State University
05.2018

Leadership Experience

  • ELA Department Chair
  • AVID SITE Team Representative
  • Technology Master Teacher
  • Inservice presenter

Professional Development

  • Character Strong
  • AVID Summer Workshop
  • AVID Leadership Retreat
  • Microsoft for Education Training
  • Minecraft in the Classroom Training
  • WSU NASA Space Science Hands on Program participant.

Certification

Elementary Education

English Language Learners

Timeline

7th Grade Humanities Teacher

John Sedgwick Middle School
01.2021 - Current

4/5TH GRADE TEACHER

L’OUVERTURE CAREER AND TECHNOLOGY MAGNET
01.2018 - 01.2021

EdD (Cand.), Instructional Design and Performance Technology -

Baker University

Master of Education in Teaching And Learning -

Friends University

Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education -

Wichita State University
Dezerae Cave