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ESTHER DEJONG

Southwick,MA

Summary

Highly motivated and passionate teacher who desires to guide students in mastering essential ELA concepts through an engaging and interactive classroom. Enjoys working with other teachers to discover the best ways to meet all students needs. Ready to learn new ways to improve student's writing, reading, and communication skills inside and outside the classroom.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Classroom Teacher

ELA TEACHER, Weaver High School
Hartford, CT
08.2021 - Current
  • Taught English I and a Reading Course
  • Graded assignments and tests
  • Conferred with specialists to support needs of students with IEPs
  • Developed and deepened relationships with students to create an environment of respect and rapport
  • Devised and implement developmentally appropriate lessons aligning with school's curriculum and students' differing skill levels.

ASSISTANT VOLLEYBALL COACH

Weaver High School
Hartford, CT
08.2022 - Current
  • Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
  • Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
  • Worked closely with the other volleyball coaches to support our athletes

GRADE ELA SPED TEACHER

Southwest Junior High
Springdale, AR
01.2021 - 05.2021
  • Taught two SPED ELA resources classes
  • Co-taught three general education English classes with students with learning challenges and special needs within mainstreamed, inclusive classroom
  • Graded assignments and tests
  • Conferred with specialists to support needs of students with IEPs
  • Developed and deepened relationships with students to create an environment of respect and rapport
  • Devised and implement developmentally appropriate lessons aligning with school's curriculum and students' differing skill levels.

STUDENT INTERN

JOHN BROWN UNIVERSITY
08.2020 - 11.2020

Education

Bachelor of Science - English Education

John Brown University
11.2020

High School Diploma -

Rift Valley Academy
Kijabe
07-2016

Professional Development

  • Modern Classroom Educator
  • Teen Suicide Prevention
  • Various Vector Training
  • First Aid

Timeline

ASSISTANT VOLLEYBALL COACH

Weaver High School
08.2022 - Current

Classroom Teacher

ELA TEACHER, Weaver High School
08.2021 - Current

GRADE ELA SPED TEACHER

Southwest Junior High
01.2021 - 05.2021

STUDENT INTERN

JOHN BROWN UNIVERSITY
08.2020 - 11.2020

Bachelor of Science - English Education

John Brown University

High School Diploma -

Rift Valley Academy
ESTHER DEJONG