Percy Dervan
East Leroy
Summary
Professional educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher in Alternative Setting
Youth Advancement Academy
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
Teacher
Clark County School District, CCSD
08.2005 - 08.2021
- 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.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Substitute Teacher
Ottawa Country and Muskegon County School
09.2000 - 06.2005
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Education
Masters of Arts Administration - GATE
Sierra Nevada College
Las Vegas, NV01.2009
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Cornerstone University
01.2003
B.A. - History
Grand Valley University
01.2003
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Growth mindset
- Public speaking
- Differentiated instruction
Accomplishments
- Employed [activities] and [techniques] techniques to encourage student learning and build community within the classroom.
- Targeted Development - Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.
Certification
- I have Nevada Teaching License: History and Social Studies.
- Michigan Teaching License: History, CC Social Studies, RX and Psychology CE
Timeline
Teacher in Alternative Setting
Youth Advancement Academy
10.2022 - 08.2023
Teacher
Clark County School District, CCSD
08.2005 - 08.2021
Substitute Teacher
Ottawa Country and Muskegon County School
09.2000 - 06.2005
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Cornerstone University
B.A. - History
Grand Valley University
Masters of Arts Administration - GATE
Sierra Nevada College
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