DiAnn Pender
West Columbia,SC
Summary
Innovative and driven educator with strong communication skills providing student focused support across all grade levels. Provides inclusive learning environments by collaborating with educators and implementing individual support strategies.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educational Interpreter K12
Lexington School District One
Lexington, SC
08.2019 - Current
- Facilitated communication between educators and students using American Sign Language.
- Implemented individualized support strategies to enhance student learning experiences.
- Collaborated with teachers to adapt curriculum materials for diverse learners.
- Worked in 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, and 10th, 11th,12th grades and 4K classrooms General Education, Special Education and Vocational Classrooms.
Educational Interpreter K12
Aiken County Public School District
Aiken, SC
09.2014 - 08.2019
- Developed and maintained relationships with families to ensure effective communication and support.
- Conducted assessments of student needs to tailor interpretations for optimal understanding.
- Streamlined communication processes, improving efficiency during classroom instruction.
Middle School Science Teacher
Curtis Baptist School
Augusta, GA
01.2001 - 08.2014
- Developed engaging science curriculum aligned with state standards.
- Implemented hands-on experiments to enhance student understanding of scientific concepts.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting inquiry and collaboration among students.
- Integrated technology into lessons to support diverse learning styles and improve engagement.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education LD
Francis Marion University
Florence, SC12-2021
Skills
- Skilled Communicator: Facilitating between deaf and hard of hearing students and their teachers and peers Can break down information and instructions to clear steps for clear understanding
- Differentiated Instruction: Creates Learning experiences for the auditory, visual, and Kinesthetic learner
- Patience and empathy for students who need more time to achieve their goals
- Collaborates with Educators on projects that produce desired outcomes for students
Certification
South Carolina State Board of Education Educator Certificate
Masters of Arts in Teaching: Special Education LD
Francis Marion University
Read to Succeed Literary Teacher
Completion of Literacy Coach Courses
University of Charleston
Languages
ASL
Professional Working
Timeline
Educational Interpreter K12
Lexington School District One
08.2019 - Current
Educational Interpreter K12
Aiken County Public School District
09.2014 - 08.2019
Middle School Science Teacher
Curtis Baptist School
01.2001 - 08.2014
Master of Science - Special Education LD
Francis Marion University