H. DEBORAH AMSLER
Port Clinton
Summary
Accomplished educator with over 15 years of experience in teaching, curriculum development, and collaboration with social work, dedicated to fostering student success and community engagement. Expertise in guiding at-risk youth and coordinating educational programs across diverse socio-economic and cultural groups. Recognized for leadership, innovation, and a commitment to creating inclusive learning environments that empower students to achieve their full potential. Skilled in building strong partnerships with community organizations to enhance educational opportunities and support systems for students.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Studies Teacher (8th Grade)
Marysville Exempted Village Schools
08.2008 - Current
- Deliver engaging instruction in American History, guiding students through exploration and reconstruction eras. Collaborate with intervention specialists and colleagues to support diverse learners. Lead IEP meetings, design differentiated lesson plans, and contribute to school-wide programs such as Veterans Day and Honor Flight assemblies.
TRAILS Alternative Education Teacher (7th and 8th Grade)
Marysville Exempted Village Schools
08.2004 - 06.2008
- Instructed at-risk youth in a self-contained classroom environment. Conducted home visits, attended mediations, and collaborated with probation officers, parents, and school staff to promote academic and behavioral success.
Home-to-School Liaison (District Funded)
Olentangy Local Schools / Delaware-Union Educational Service Center
08.2001 - 06.2004
- Monitored youth in alternative education and maintained records for grant-funded programs.
- Coordinated Dooley's Orchard Activity Center / Kids Club initiatives.
- Conducted student observations for school psychologists as part of the MFE process.
- Provided classroom and guidance support for teachers and counselors.
Home-to-School Liaison (Grant Funded)
Delaware-Union Educational Service Center
03.2000 - 08.2001
- Served as liaison between Olentangy Local Schools, home, and community agencies to support at-risk youth.
- Led one-on-one student meetings, facilitated parenting classes, and coordinated IEP and intervention team meetings.
- Organized small group sessions and provided family support services.
- Conducted home visits, collaborated with Children's Services and Juvenile Court, and testified in court.
School Liaison
Delaware County Juvenile Court
09.1997 - 03.2000
- Acted as liaison between the Juvenile Court and Delaware County schools (Olentangy, Big Walnut, Buckeye Valley).
- Developed attendance and behavior contracts for youth; provided both formal and informal interventions.
- Participated in IEP meetings, manifestation hearings, and expulsion hearings.
- Supervised the NOTES Pilot Program and co-supervised its first full-year implementation.
Investigative Child Protection Caseworker
Marion County Children’s Service Board
02.1995 - 09.1997
- Investigated child abuse, neglect, and dependency cases.
- Conducted home studies and developed safety and crisis intervention plans.
- Filed court documentation and testified in hearings.
- Collaborated with community service providers to coordinate family support.
Director
KinderCare Learning Center
02.1994 - 02.1995
- Managed daily operations of the learning center, including staff hiring, training, and supervision.
- Monitored curriculum quality and ensured compliance with early childhood standards.
- Built and maintained strong parent and community relationships.
Head Teacher
Northside Child and Family Development Center
12.1992 - 02.1994
- Planned and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum.
- Conducted Denver Pre-Screenings and coordinated 24-hour family crisis protection.
- Supervised staff and collaborated with social service agencies to support at-risk families.
Teacher
Care After School, Inc.
10.1988 - 09.1992
- Supervised school-age children in after-school programs.
- Planned and organized educational and recreational activities.
- Maintained attendance records and ensured a safe, structured environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Education - Elementary Education (1–8)
Ohio Dominican College
Columbus, OH01.1992
Graduate-Level Continuing Education in Education - undefined
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OHGraduate-Level Continuing Education in Education - undefined
Ashland University
Ashland, OHSkills
- Trained in therapeutic crisis management
- Suicide prevention advocate
- Child protection knowledge
- Skilled in managing interpersonal conflicts
- Supportive foster care provider
- Juvenile court mentorship
- Team-oriented leader
- Analytical problem solver
- Skilled in social studies instruction
Accomplishments
- Three-time Marion County Children’s Service Board Employee of the Month recipient.
- Two-time Delaware County Juvenile Court Employee of the Month recipient.
- Developed and implemented Alternative Education Programs in Delaware and Union Counties.
- Secured funding for the Kessler Horse Farm program for at-risk youth.
- Nominated for 2007 Ohio School Resource Officer Association Teacher of the Year.
Presentations
- School Age Child Care Summer Institute — Ohio Department of Education
- Olentangy Schools Parent Forum
- National Dropout Prevention Conference
Timeline
Social Studies Teacher (8th Grade)
Marysville Exempted Village Schools
08.2008 - Current
TRAILS Alternative Education Teacher (7th and 8th Grade)
Marysville Exempted Village Schools
08.2004 - 06.2008
Home-to-School Liaison (District Funded)
Olentangy Local Schools / Delaware-Union Educational Service Center
08.2001 - 06.2004
Home-to-School Liaison (Grant Funded)
Delaware-Union Educational Service Center
03.2000 - 08.2001
School Liaison
Delaware County Juvenile Court
09.1997 - 03.2000
Investigative Child Protection Caseworker
Marion County Children’s Service Board
02.1995 - 09.1997
Director
KinderCare Learning Center
02.1994 - 02.1995
Head Teacher
Northside Child and Family Development Center
12.1992 - 02.1994
Teacher
Care After School, Inc.
10.1988 - 09.1992
Graduate-Level Continuing Education in Education - undefined
The Ohio State University
Graduate-Level Continuing Education in Education - undefined
Ashland University
Bachelor of Science in Education - Elementary Education (1–8)
Ohio Dominican College