Trena Dinsmore
Saint Johns,FL
Summary
Passionate Teacher with 19 years of experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop STEM, social, and learning skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Youth Ministry Middle School
Saint Brendan's Catholic Church
07.2016 - 03.2021
- Created and maintained safe and nurturing environment for 200-250 middle school youth.
- Designed and developed religious educational curriculum for Confirmation preparation.
- Prepared, coordinated and marketed information about yearly schedule of activities, events and classes.
- Recruited, mentored, trained and supervised 30-35 volunteer staff to carry out program goals.
- Developed Religious Educational lesson plans and special events for middle school youth.
- Analyzed revenue and program cost data to determine budget priorities.
Elementary/Middle School Science/Religion Teacher
San Jose Catholic School
08.2006 - 07.2014
- Designed and developed innovative science curricula for the Diocese of St. Augustine to engage students and promote critical thinking in classrooms.
- Created hands-on activities to demonstrate scientific principles and highlight various topics.
- Worked in team-based environment with middle school teachers, specialists and administrators to provide best education for students of all skill levels.
- Prepared, implemented, created and led interactive and diverse group activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
Elementary and Middle School Math Educator
Our Lady Of Victory Catholic School
08.2002 - 07.2006
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Elementary Math and Science Teacher
Northcutt Elementary School
08.2000 - 07.2003
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
Middle School Science Teacher
North Clayton Middle School
08.1998 - 07.2000
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
- Collaborated with specialists to meet needs of low income and diverse families requiring extra support.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Jacksonville University
Jacksonville, FL04.1993
Skills
- Determining Budgets
- Interpersonal and Verbal Communication
- Curriculum Writing
- Prepare presentations
- Community Events
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Team Collaborating
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Lesson Planning
- Event Coordination
- Microsoft Office 365
- Train Staff
Additional Information
Air and Space Force (AFA) Teacher of the year
Lead Coach San Jose Catholic School Science Lego Robotics Team (Regional Qualifiers)
Developed and coordinated Science Fair competitions for the Diocese of St. Augustine
Assisted set up of the Duval County NFRSEF Regional Science Fair
Lead up to 5 student NFRSEF qualifiers multiple years to state science fair
Coach St. Joseph Catholic High School Cheerleading (Current)
Coached San Jose Catholic School: Softball, Cheerleading, Volleyball
Assistant Coach San Juan Del Rio Catholic School Softball and Basketball
Assistant Coach St. Joseph Academy High School Volleyball
Coached North Clayton Middle School Cheerleading
Director of Gym South All Star Cheerleading Program
Gymnastic Instructor
Home Design and Remodeling (2018 - current)
Timeline
Director of Youth Ministry Middle School
Saint Brendan's Catholic Church
07.2016 - 03.2021
Elementary/Middle School Science/Religion Teacher
San Jose Catholic School
08.2006 - 07.2014
Elementary and Middle School Math Educator
Our Lady Of Victory Catholic School
08.2002 - 07.2006
Elementary Math and Science Teacher
Northcutt Elementary School
08.2000 - 07.2003
Middle School Science Teacher
North Clayton Middle School
08.1998 - 07.2000
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Jacksonville University
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