Diana Worthen
Denver,CO
Summary
A dynamic educator with a rich background in mathematics and science instruction across various grade levels. Excelled in curriculum development and differentiated instruction, enhancing student engagement and achievement. Skilled in classroom management and team collaboration, consistently fostering environments conducive to learning. Proven track record in leveraging educational technology to enrich learning experiences. Innovative Mathematics Teacher bringing an 11-year background instructing students. Expertise in classroom oversight, course planning, and behavior management. Successful at collaborating with teachers, administrative leaders, and support specialists to meet individual student needs. Committed to encouraging higher-order thinking to increase student performance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Math Teacher
Denver Public Schools
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Employed math lessons, demonstrations, and interactive activities to teach and instruct high school students using educational materials, books, and other learning aids.
- Taught mathematical skills and principles to high school students using real-world, application-based examples to maximize learning opportunities.
- Planned, developed, and executed lessons reflecting high school curriculum and core educational standards.
- Managed student behavior in classroom and administered approved discipline to create classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
Middle School Science Teacher
Global Village Academy- Aurora
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Created hands-on activities to demonstrate scientific principles and highlight various topics.
- Kept laboratory environment neat, well-stocked and safe for students.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
Middle School Math Teacher
AXL Academy
08.2019 - 01.2021
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Developed detailed knowledge of school's mathematics scope and sequence for all related levels to better serve students.
- Instructed 5th-7th Grade students of varying skill levels in principles of mathematics.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavioral issues.
- Planned and supervised class projects, field trips and visits by guest speakers.
Middle School Math Teacher
Omar D. Blair Charter School
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails, and Parent Teacher Club.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Integrated Smartboard and other instructional technologies into classroom.
- Administered and interpreted assessment results to determine learners' challenges.
- Mentored students on individual basis to help develop math skills.
High School Math Teacher/SpEd Teacher
Salmen High School
08.2017 - 07.2018
- Employed math lessons, demonstrations and interactive activities to teach and instruct high school students using educational materials, books and other learning aids.
- Taught mathematical skills and principles to high school students using real-world, application-based examples to maximize learning opportunities.
- Planned, developed, and executed lessons reflecting high school curriculum and core educational standards.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
Middle School Math Teacher
Mobile Public Schools
08.2016 - 07.2017
- Planned and supervised class projects, field trips and visits by guest speakers.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Administered and interpreted assessment results to determine learners' challenges.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
Middle School Math Teacher
Pascagoula-Gautier School District
08.2015 - 07.2016
- Instructed 7th Grad students of varying skill levels in principles of mathematics.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Developed detailed knowledge of school's mathematics scope and sequence for all related levels to better serve students.
- Reviewed latest standards to review teaching strategies for compliance with requirements.
- Modeled core values of school on daily basis in interactions with students, families, administrators and fellow teachers.
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
3rd Grade Math/ Elementary Science Teacher
Harrison County School District
08.2014 - 07.2015
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Used exams and standardized assessment tools to measure student progress.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
6th Grade Teacher
Harrison County School District
01.2014 - 07.2014
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails, and Parent Teacher Club.
- Planned and supervised class projects, field trips and visits by guest speakers.
- Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Prepared daily lesson plans for activities.
- Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in students.
Substitute Teacher
Kelly's Educational Staffing
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Administration
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
William Carey University
Hattiesburg, MS05-2014
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Gulfport05-2011
High School Diploma -
D'Iberville High School
D'Iberville, MS05-2007
Skills
- Educational leadership
- Differentiated Instruction
- Mathematical computation
- Mathematical applications
- Classroom Management
- Team Collaboration
- Proficient in IReady
- Smartboard operation
- Project-based learning
- Background in Modern Classroom Project
- Curriculum Development
- Hands-on learning
- Licensed in MS
Languages
German
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
High School Math Teacher
Denver Public Schools
08.2023 - 07.2024
Middle School Science Teacher
Global Village Academy- Aurora
08.2022 - 07.2023
Middle School Math Teacher
AXL Academy
08.2019 - 01.2021
Middle School Math Teacher
Omar D. Blair Charter School
08.2018 - 07.2019
High School Math Teacher/SpEd Teacher
Salmen High School
08.2017 - 07.2018
Middle School Math Teacher
Mobile Public Schools
08.2016 - 07.2017
Middle School Math Teacher
Pascagoula-Gautier School District
08.2015 - 07.2016
3rd Grade Math/ Elementary Science Teacher
Harrison County School District
08.2014 - 07.2015
6th Grade Teacher
Harrison County School District
01.2014 - 07.2014
Substitute Teacher
Kelly's Educational Staffing
01.2011 - 01.2014
Master of Science - Educational Administration
Capella University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
William Carey University
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
High School Diploma -
D'Iberville High School
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