William Deasy
MANSFIELD,MA
Summary
Experienced high school Social Studies Teacher. Classroom experience includes courses in Sociology, Economics, Political Science, US History, and Psychology. Most recently focused on teaching Advanced Placement US History and Advanced Placement Psychology. Adept in creating curricula in accordance with state, College Board, and federal education standards. Able to create and foster positive relationships with students, colleagues, and families. Knowledgeable and experienced with current educational philosophies promoting critical thinking, differentiated instruction, and independent learning.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Studies Teacher
Mansfield Public Schools
09.1990 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected social studies content to other subject areas.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles.
- Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Served on a NEASC (New England Association of Schools and Colleges) visiting evaluation committee.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
College of the Holy Cross
Worcester, Ma05.2023
Master of Arts and Teaching - Social Studies Education
Bridgewater State University
Bridgewater, Ma05.2023
Masters - History
Providence College
Providence, RI05.1999
Skills
- Developing Social Studies Curricula
- Creating engaging learning opportunities
- Fostering critical thinking skills
- Implementing differentiated Instruction
- Employing technology in the classroom
- Utilizing student need assessments
Accomplishments
Harvard University Excellence in Education Book Award, October 2023.
References
- William Hocking, My immediate supervisor (Department Head), Mansfield High School, 250 East Street, Mansfield, MA, 02048, bill.hocking@mansfieldschools.com, 508-261-7540
- John Pontes, Colleague (English Teacher), Mansfield High School, 250 East Street, Mansfield, MA, 02048, John.Pontes@mansfieldschools.com, 508-904-9314
- Mary Watkins, My supervisor (Former School Principal), mwatkins@daviestech.org, 617-504-1074
Certification
Massachusetts Department of Education Teaching Certificate: Social Studies, 9-12.
Timeline
Social Studies Teacher
Mansfield Public Schools
09.1990 - 06.2024
Master of Arts and Teaching - Social Studies Education
Bridgewater State University
Masters - History
Providence College
Massachusetts Department of Education Teaching Certificate: Social Studies, 9-12.
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
College of the Holy Cross
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