Ms. Heather J. Boughton
Danbury,CT
Summary
Strong foundation and experience in Deaf Education and Remedial Reading with a solid background in developing engaging lesson plans and fostering positive learning environment. Successfully guided students to achieve academic milestones through innovative teaching methods. Demonstrated proficiency in classroom management and curriculum enhancement.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher of the Deaf/ Remedial Reading & Language
Plymouth Public Schools
10.2018 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- CT-SEDS, extensive workshops with CT Department of education.
- Extensive training in IEP writing.
- Guided and improved student reading levels.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- ASL interpreting for school functions.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs for Sign Language and Animation.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
- Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language (Deaf) Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Teacher of the Deaf/ Hearing Impaired
American School For The Deaf
03.1993 - 10.2018
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Led professional development workshops for peers on effective classroom management techniques.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
Education
Master of Arts - Remedial Reading & Language Arts
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT06.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Education of The Hearing Impaired
Trenton State College
Trenton, NJ06.1992
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Public speaking
- FLUENT - American Sign Language/ Signed English
Timeline
Teacher of the Deaf/ Remedial Reading & Language
Plymouth Public Schools
10.2018 - Current
Teacher of the Deaf/ Hearing Impaired
American School For The Deaf
03.1993 - 10.2018
Master of Arts - Remedial Reading & Language Arts
Central Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Arts - Education of The Hearing Impaired
Trenton State College
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