Suzanne DeJongh
Ivoryton, Connecticut
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Language Arts and Social Studies Teacher
Sacred Heart School
Taftville, Connecticut
01.2022 - Current
- Develop engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to enhance student understanding of social studies concepts.
- Implement diverse teaching strategies to accommodate varying learning styles and promote student engagement.
- Assess student progress through formative and summative evaluations, providing timely feedback for improvement.
- Foster a positive classroom environment that encourages critical thinking and collaboration among students
- Started an after-school craft club.
Paraeducator
Essex Elementary School
Centerbrook, Connecticut
09.2010 - 01.2022
- Supported classroom instruction by implementing individualized education plans for diverse learners.
- Assisted teachers in maintaining a positive learning environment through effective behavior management strategies.
- Collaborated with educational staff to enhance curriculum delivery and student engagement activities.
- Monitored student progress, providing timely feedback to teachers on academic performance and behavioral trends.
English Teacher
Sacred Heart Academy
Hamden, Connecticut
08.1996 - 06.1999
- Instructed students in Grades 9 - 11 at college-preparatory school.
- Taught in 80-minute blocks, segmenting the period into three activities to sustain interest.
- Stressed writing process through pre-writing, revising, and publication.
- Served as faculty advisor for student newspaper.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Keene State College
Keene, New HampshireSkills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Technology implementation
- Student engagement
Timeline
Language Arts and Social Studies Teacher
Sacred Heart School
01.2022 - Current
Paraeducator
Essex Elementary School
09.2010 - 01.2022
English Teacher
Sacred Heart Academy
08.1996 - 06.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Keene State College