Mary Dever
Educator
Lemoyne,Pennsylvania
Summary
Dynamic educator skilled in developing individualized lessons and positive reinforcement strategies. Committed to fostering student success through effective classroom management and tailored instruction.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Practitioner
Children's Dyslexia Center of Central PA
08.2018 - Current
- Developed individualized learning plans for students with dyslexia to enhance reading and comprehension skills.
- Implemented effective teaching strategies tailored to diverse learning needs and styles.
- Evaluate student progress and adjust instructional methods accordingly.
- Collaborated with supervisors and educators to create supportive environments for student success.
- Instructed older students in advanced morphology with Latin and Greek roots, Chameleon prefixes, and connectives.
- Created a Morphology wall for those students to access.
Homeschool Educator
At Home and Various Co-ops
08.2002 - Current
- Developed customized lesson plans tailored to individual learning styles and educational goals.
- Facilitated engaging learning experiences across multiple subjects to enhance student comprehension and retention.
- Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adapt instruction accordingly.
- Coordinated with co-op educators to create collaborative projects promoting social skills and teamwork among students.
- Organized community education events, fostering parental involvement and support in homeschooling initiatives.
- Fostered critical thinking skills through engaging discussions and inquiry-based learning techniques.
- Supported social development through group activities such as co-op classes or community service projects within the homeschool community.
- Organized field trips and enrichment activities, enhancing real-world understanding of academic concepts.
- Incorporated diverse teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles and abilities among homeschooled students.
- Enhanced homeschool learning environment by incorporating individualized lesson plans tailored to each student''s needs.
Safe Sitter Instructor
Mechanicsburg Parks and Recreation
03.2017 - 11.2019
- Instructed 11-16 year olds about the business of babysitting.
- Included in the instruction was child development and age appropriate toys and activities, diapering and feeding guidelines, and discipline suggestions(such as distraction, taking away the toy that may be problematic, or time outs).
- Taught First Aid and CPR/Rescue Breathing for various childhood issues.
- Students performed many skill activities to assess learning and understanding.
Car Seat Safety Technician
UPMC Pinnacle
08.2002 - 09.2006
- As a integral part of the discharge policy from the maternity floor, I would check with each family about their desire to have help with the use of their car seat.
- I helped to design the program for the hospital.
- I would help adjust the seat to fit baby and provide education about using after market products.
- If the family desired, I would check or assist them with the installation of the car seat.
- My co-worker and I wrote a booklet for each parent to take home.
- I would also help the preemie testing of the car seat tolerance to see if they are able to go home.
BLS Instructor
UPMC Harrisburg Hospital
05.1992 - 01.2002
- Conducted BLS training sessions for diverse healthcare staff, ensuring adherence to established protocols.
- Instructed community classes in CPR and First Aid.
- Facilitated hands-on training using simulation equipment to enhance learning outcomes.
- Evaluated student performance through practical assessments and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
Education
Reading Practitioner 1 And 2 (Master's Level) - Reading Practitioner For Dyslexic Students
Children's Dyslexia Center
Harrisburg, PA05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Health Education
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05-1989
Skills
Overall, I have been educating my entire career I have developed many skills in each of my positions
- Develop individualized lessons for each student
- Classroom management
- Time management
- Lesson planning
- Positive reinforcement
- Class instruction
- Student records management
Timeline
Reading Practitioner
Children's Dyslexia Center of Central PA
08.2018 - Current
Safe Sitter Instructor
Mechanicsburg Parks and Recreation
03.2017 - 11.2019
Homeschool Educator
At Home and Various Co-ops
08.2002 - Current
Car Seat Safety Technician
UPMC Pinnacle
08.2002 - 09.2006
BLS Instructor
UPMC Harrisburg Hospital
05.1992 - 01.2002
Reading Practitioner 1 And 2 (Master's Level) - Reading Practitioner For Dyslexic Students
Children's Dyslexia Center
Bachelor of Science - Health Education
Pennsylvania State University