Dedicated educator with expertise in community engagement and collaboration. Highly organized with a track record of effective teamwork. Strong interpersonal skills enhance interactions with diverse groups. Committed to fostering positive relationships within the community and among staff members.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher of the Deaf
Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind
Salt Lake City, UT
09.2015 - Current
Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
Education
Master of Science - Deaf Education
Utah State University
Logan, UT
05-1999
Skills
Customer relationship management
Calm demeanor
Computer proficiency
Spreadsheet and presentation software
Data organization
Team collaboration
Affiliations
I love to golf, hike, walk, Pilates, and barre.
I enjoy traveling with my family and friends.
I was honored with Teacher of the Year Award at the Jean Massieu School of the Deaf in 2022.