Donna Boretti
Beverly,MA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
8th Grade ELA Teacher
Timberlane School District
06.2006 - Current
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Strengthened student research skills by guiding them through inquiry-based projects that required critical evaluation of multiple sources.
- Collaborated with colleagues in interdisciplinary units, enhancing the connections between subject areas for comprehensive understanding.
- Led extracurricular activities such as book clubs or writing workshops to foster students'' passion for literature outside of the classroom setting.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in ELA education and curriculum trends.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Increased parental involvement and communication through regular progress reports, conferences, and newsletters.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, sharing expertise and guidance for successful classroom management and instructional techniques.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by addressing individual student needs and fostering collaboration among peers.
- Designed creative lesson materials that captured students'' interest while supporting mastery of key concepts related to grammar, vocabulary, and literary analysis.
- Enhanced literacy skills by implementing targeted reading strategies and comprehension exercises.
- Developed critical thinking skills through the use of analytical writing assignments and group projects.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives focused on improving overall academic achievement and promoting a culture of excellence among students.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, utilizing proactive strategies to maintain a productive learning atmosphere.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Evaluated student performance using formative and summative assessments to adjust instruction as needed for optimal results.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment and expression of original ideas.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing innovative teaching techniques and multimedia resources.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, and fellow educators through open communication channels.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Developed strong reading skills among students by implementing engaging literature circles and guided reading activities.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Fostered a supportive learning environment that celebrated diversity and nurtured the unique talents of each individual learner.
6th Grade Teacher
Raymond School District
06.1997 - 06.2006
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development, integrating cross-curricular concepts into lesson plans for a more comprehensive learning experience.
- Managed afterschool tutoring program, providing additional support for struggling students to achieve academic success.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance on classroom management techniques.
- Differentiated instruction for diverse learners, ensuring all students had access to appropriate materials and resources.
- Reduced behavioral issues in the classroom by implementing consistent disciplinary strategies and maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Actively participated in school-wide committees focused on improving overall campus culture, fostering collaboration between educators for enhanced student experiences.
- Built strong relationships with students, parents, and staff to foster a supportive school community.
- Led parent-teacher conferences effectively, discussing student performance openly while maintaining sensitivity towards individual family situations.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching skills.
- Utilized various assessment methods to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly throughout the school year.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Implemented inquiry-based learning strategies in the classroom, encouraging critical thinking skills among students through open-ended questions and problem-solving tasks.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Organized field trips and guest speakers to supplement classroom instruction and expose students to real-world applications of course content.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Used [Software] to upload student grades and absence data into district computer systems.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Implemented creative assessment tools to measure student understanding and growth throughout the academic year accurately.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests, and assignments.
- Improved student reading comprehension by incorporating diverse literature into lesson plans.
- Prepared daily lesson plans for activities.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Fostered an inclusive classroom culture by addressing diverse needs through differentiated instruction methods.
- Strengthened relationships between students, parents, and faculty by organizing regular conferences and progress meetings.
- Communicated objectives for all lessons, units and projects to students and parents.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Norwich University
Northfield, VT05.1995
Skills
- Student Assessment
- Project-Based Learning
- Writing Instruction
- Team Building
- Creative Problem Solving
- Public Speaking
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Feedback Delivery
- Data Analysis
- Group Facilitation
- Effective Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Knowledgeable About [Technology]
Timeline
8th Grade ELA Teacher
Timberlane School District
06.2006 - Current
6th Grade Teacher
Raymond School District
06.1997 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Science - Education
Norwich University
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