Theresa Dufour
Gorham,NM
Summary
Dynamic elementary teacher with expertise in classroom management, parent-teacher collaboration, and differentiated instruction. Committed to fostering a supportive learning environment and enhancing student engagement through innovative project-based learning strategies.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Classroom Teacher
St. Dominic Academy
Auburn, ME
08.2005 - Current
- Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a sense of trust and mutual respect.
- Utilized data-driven instruction practices to identify areas needing improvement and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.
- Served as a mentor for 4 new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective classroom management techniques.
- Implemented project-based learning strategies, encouraging teamwork and critical thinking skills among students.
- Offered after-school tutoring sessions to provide additional support for struggling students.
- Improved parent-teacher communication by conducting regular meetings and providing progress updates.
- Impacted lessons positively by incorporating smart boards, computers, games and music into classroom.
- Organized field trips, guest speakers, and extracurricular activities to enhance the curriculum and engage students beyond the classroom setting.
- Taught core subjects of ELA, math, science, technology, and history.
Education
020, 100 - Teacher Certification
University of New England
Biddeford, ME01-2005
No Degree - Math And Science
Southern Maine Community College
South Portland, MENo Degree - Science
University of Southern Maine
Gorham, MEBachelor of Science - English
Assumption College
Worcester, MA05-1984
Skills
- Activity and field trip planning
- Peer mentoring
- Reading comprehension
- Classroom management
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Technology integration
- Maine teaching certification
- Team teaching
- Standardized tests
- NEASC visiting team
- Curriculum development
- Mathematics instruction
- Group and individual instruction
Certification
- K-8 Education, #020 - expires 07/2028
- 6-12 English, #100 - expires 07/2028
Timeline
Elementary Classroom Teacher
St. Dominic Academy
08.2005 - Current
020, 100 - Teacher Certification
University of New England
No Degree - Math And Science
Southern Maine Community College
No Degree - Science
University of Southern Maine
Bachelor of Science - English
Assumption College