Dietra Bosley
Worthington,OH
Summary
Educational professional with passion for early childhood language development and multicultural education. Proven success in creating structured and supportive classroom environments that facilitate language acquisition and cognitive growth. Emphasizes collaborative teamwork and adaptable strategies to meet diverse student needs.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten ESL Teacher
Horizon Science Academy Elementary School
07.2023 - Current
- Enhanced language acquisition through interactive games, group activities, and multimedia resources.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of improvement for each student, targeting interventions effectively.
- Increased student motivation by incorporating hands-on activities that made learning experiences more engaging and enjoyable.
- Implemented creative teaching methods to engage learners of various levels and abilities, adapting lessons as needed.
- Boosted student confidence by providing consistent support and positive reinforcement in the classroom.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop curriculum materials and share best practices for teaching ESL students.
- Managed behavior effectively through clear expectations, consistent consequences, and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Developed individualized learning plans for students, addressing specific needs and fostering academic growth.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formal and informal assessments, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
- Established a welcoming and inclusive classroom environment to promote cultural understanding and respect among all students.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
Special Education Para for Autistic(non Verbal)
Procare Therapy Services
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in special education instruction and support services.
Special Education Paraprofessional(Autistic)
Educational Services Center Of Central Ohio
08.2019 - 03.2021
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
Early Childhood Educator
Sonshine Christian Academy
08.1993 - 06.2012
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment that fostered respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among students.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
- Implemented evidence-based behavior management systems to maintain a positive atmosphere conducive to learning for all students.
- Improved classroom behavior by establishing and consistently applying clear rules and expectations.
Education
Associate of Arts - Education
R.A.F. Fairford Air Force Base
United Kingdom01.1986
Skills
- Creative teaching
- Phonics instruction
- Parent-teacher communication
- Vocabulary building
- Group activities
- Listening comprehension
- Oral expression
- Language proficiency
- Positive reinforcement
- Lesson planning
- Vocabulary enrichment
- Small group instruction
- Language immersion
- Student assessment
Certification
- 1 year General Substitute License - 8/6/24-6/30/25
- TEFL Certification Training - 7/13/22
Timeline
Kindergarten ESL Teacher
Horizon Science Academy Elementary School
07.2023 - Current
Special Education Para for Autistic(non Verbal)
Procare Therapy Services
10.2021 - 05.2023
Special Education Paraprofessional(Autistic)
Educational Services Center Of Central Ohio
08.2019 - 03.2021
Early Childhood Educator
Sonshine Christian Academy
08.1993 - 06.2012
Associate of Arts - Education
R.A.F. Fairford Air Force Base
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