Suzanne Daywalt
King of Prussia,PA
Summary
Retired secondary Social Studies teacher who was committed to fostering a supportive learning environment and facilitating student success. Adept at creating and delivering engaging lessons, assessing student progress, and promoting critical thinking skills. Dependable professional possessing excellent time and classroom management and communication skills. Highly effective leader and role model with 30 years of experience in teaching and educational leadership roles. Retired in June 2024, now seeking part time employment.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Studies Teacher
North Penn High School
Lansdale, PA
01.1995 - 06.2024
- Created lesson plans focusing on World History, Economics, Sociology, and Psychology.
- Created and implemented differentiated lessons and activities to reinforce learning objectives.
- Assessed student comprehension of material through written tests, oral presentations, and group projects.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student performance and progress.
- Provided individualized instruction for struggling students in order to help them achieve their academic goals.
- Supervised multiple extracurricular clubs and activities.
- Mentored new teachers in the department on best practices in teaching social studies courses.
- Participated in professional development seminars related to current trends in education.
- Advised students on the college application process.
- Served as Department Chair, supervising 30 teachers.
- Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
- Mentored, tutored and instructed students after school and during planning times.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, school improvement, and community outreach.
- Led professional learning communities to share best practices and strategies for enhancing student learning.
Education
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Saint Joseph's University
Philadelphia, PA01-2006
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA12-1993
Paralegal Certificate - Paralegal Certification
Institute For Paralegal Training
Philadelphia, PA05-1985
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Lycoming College
Williamsport, PA05-1983
Skills
- Lesson Planning & Implementation
- Technology Implementation
- Differentiated Instruction
- Leadership Development
- Academic record keeping
- Group Instruction
- Student Engagement
- IEP understanding
- Faculty Collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
- Classroom Management
Timeline
Social Studies Teacher
North Penn High School
01.1995 - 06.2024
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Saint Joseph's University
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Paralegal Certificate - Paralegal Certification
Institute For Paralegal Training
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Lycoming College
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