Rebecca Donovan
San Diego,CA
Summary
Enthusiastic California state credentialed Elementary School Teacher eager to help students learn and develop in academic, social, and emotional areas. Talented Teacher with an exceptional ability to establish cooperative, professional relationships with parents, staff and administration. Clear communicator who prioritizes students’ success, as well as their holistic development.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Visiting Teacher/Substitute Teacher
San Diego Unified School District
01.2022 - Current
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Managed computer distribution for all students.
- State testing coordinator for Green Elementary.
1st Grade Teacher
San Diego Unified
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
Long Term Substitute Teacher
SDUSD- Green Elementary
12.2020 - 06.2021
- Took over a kindergarten class for 8 months, managing all classroom assignments, student needs and recordkeeping over Zoom.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Communicated with parents regarding lesson plans and upcoming activities and provided feedback on student performance.
RTI Teacher
SDUSD- Green Elementary
10.2018 - 03.2020
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to reinforce student participation and hands-on learning.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
Lead Preschool Teacher
St. Therese Academy
08.2014 - 06.2017
- Planned, implemented, monitored, and assessed a classroom instructional program which was consistent with San Diego Unified District regulations and Board of Education goals.
- Maintained safety and security of all youth under care.
- Oversee inventory activities, including materials monitoring, ordering or requisition, and supply stocking or re-stocking.
Special Education Assistant
Darnall Charter School
11.2009 - 07.2010
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use.
- Met with team of professionals from different disciplines to implement comprehensive action plan.
- Worked with individual students to provide personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
6th - 8th Grade English Teacher
Columbia Academy Elementary and Middle School
08.2004 - 06.2009
- Prepared differentiated lessons, created curriculum, monitored student progress, planned and executed educational outings.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for a complete support network.
- Collaborated with administrative team over a nine-month period to develop an induction program for new teachers.
4th Grade Teacher
Columbia Academy Elementary and Middle School
08.2002 - 06.2004
- Planned and implemented creative lessons in accordance with district, county, state and federal guidelines.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Worked with other teachers and administrators to evaluate and revise elementary school programs.
Education
Teacher Credential Program - Elementary School Teaching
San Diego State University
San Diego06.2018
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education- Mathematics
University of Maryland - College Park
College Park, MD2001
Skills
- Completed BTSA (Beginning Teacher Support and Assessment) program at San Diego State University
- Experience with special-needs students
- Managing classroom for diverse populations
- Kind and empathetic educator
- Purposeful lesson planning
- Outstanding social skills
- Strong collaborator
- Positive and encouraging
Timeline
Resident Visiting Teacher/Substitute Teacher
San Diego Unified School District
01.2022 - Current
1st Grade Teacher
San Diego Unified
08.2021 - 11.2021
Long Term Substitute Teacher
SDUSD- Green Elementary
12.2020 - 06.2021
RTI Teacher
SDUSD- Green Elementary
10.2018 - 03.2020
Lead Preschool Teacher
St. Therese Academy
08.2014 - 06.2017
Special Education Assistant
Darnall Charter School
11.2009 - 07.2010
6th - 8th Grade English Teacher
Columbia Academy Elementary and Middle School
08.2004 - 06.2009
4th Grade Teacher
Columbia Academy Elementary and Middle School
08.2002 - 06.2004
Teacher Credential Program - Elementary School Teaching
San Diego State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education- Mathematics
University of Maryland - College Park
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