Denise Smith
Durham
Summary
Promote growth and readiness through accountability, innovation, and developing instructional methods, materials, and techniques to develop appropriate practices for all students. Collaboration, teamwork and leadership skills for effective monitoring and cooperative learning. Experience with evaluating, documenting, and assessing the development and progress of students, including accommodating instruction to benefit every student in the general education curriculum with supports. Effective teacher versed in developing clear instructional methods, plan and conduct activities, that provides students with the opportunity to observe, question, and investigate.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN'S RESOURCE TEACHER
PEARSONTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
01.2018 - Current
- Instruct students based on Individual Education Programs (IEPs) using specially designed instruction
- Develop lesson plans; maintain student data; utilize a variety of instructional strategies to improve student achievement in the general education classroom and promote positive student behavior
- Schedule and conduct IEP meetings to ensure compliance with state rules and regulations, IEP development and implementation, timelines and data collection for students on my caseload
- Perform general instruction coordination of preparing materials, attending meetings, and engaging in various forms of correspondence between, parents, general education teachers, administrators, and related services
- Administer assessments, document and prepare progress notes, grade classroom and small group performance.
CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION TEACHER-(FACS)
PANTHER CREEK HIGH SCHOOL
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Assist students in exploring and preparing to enter a variety of careers
- Instructs students in developing skills and knowledge required in a specific occupation or area of study
- Demonstrate tasks, techniques, and tools using hands-on activities to promote work-based learning
- Adapt material and methods to develop relevant assignments and lesson plans to guide and challenge students
- Encourage students to think independently, problem solve, and express ideas
- Communicate with parents and administration on student's progress
- Participate in faculty meetings and committees with other professional staff.
CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION TEACHER
SAGE ACADEMY/JORDAN-MATTHEWS HIGH SCHOOL
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Demonstrated concepts and skills in foods and nutrition through instructional and hands on learning
- Provided individualized and small group instruction adapting the curriculum to the needs of each student
- Facilitated classroom discussions on healthy eating, food budgeting, and family living
- Developed assignments that incorporated technology, economic activities, and educational and career choices
- Communicated with parents and administration on student's progress
- Participated in PLC's to share learning objectives and develop lessons conducive to effective learning.
SPECIAL EDUCATION EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER
PEARSONTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Planned and implemented a modified instructional curriculum for students
- Adapted daily lessons for reading, language arts, and math to accommodate students with disabilities
- Developed objectives consistent with differentiated instruction, student's individual needs, and developmentally appropriate practices
- Conducted formal and informal assessments for each student to monitor progress over the grading periods
- Served as Case Manager for 20-25 students coordinating meetings with a multidisciplinary team to establish educational goals.
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL INTERN
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Conducted teacher observations and evaluations for instructional growth and student achievement, and provided support and feedback
- Coordinated training and professional development with the leadership team
- Supported weekly grade level collaboration and planning meetings
- Prepared and analyzed the use of student assessment data for grade level professional learning committees, resulting in instructional and intervention planning for diverse learners
- Assisted with the implementation of the Positive Behavior Intervention System and coordinated school-wide adoptions plan
- Created a tracking system to measure program effectiveness, promote positive behavior, and increase communication among staff and administrative team
- Participated in the selection and interviewing process of candidates
- Maintained a duty roster and rotation for carpool and cafeteria duties.
SPECIAL EDUCATION EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER
W. G. PEARSON ELEMENTARY
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Planned lessons for students and adapted them for diverse learning styles
- Differentiated instruction to foster success and appropriately challenge students
- Developed IEPs and participated in meetings for students
- Collaborated with other Pre-Kindergarten teachers to plan and team-teach with a multicultural focus
- Served as case manager to coordinate scheduling of early childhood (EC) students to ensure compliance with the EC process.
PRE-KINDERGARTEN ITINERANT AND ASSESSMENT TEACHER
SOUTHWEST ELEMENTARY
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Coordinated and provided educational services to students in community childcare centers with special needs ages three to five years old
- Planned instructional activities and evaluated progress using expanded creative curriculum to prepare students for Primary School
- Managed cases and participated in the development and implementation of IEP goals and services
- Prepared assessment reports with appropriate adaptation recommendations
- Collaborated with team members and provided practical support to students and families.
LEAD PRE-KINDERGARTEN TITLE ONE TEACHER
PERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS
01.2005 - 01.2010
- Coordinated and planned daily lessons and activities using academic materials and recreational activities to build self-confidence, explore interests, and develop skills
- Used a variety of instructional learning techniques and strategies to prepare at risk students for kindergarten
- Administered assessment readiness screenings
- Organized meetings with team members to develop individualized education plans.
PRE-KINDERGARTEN EC RESOURCE TEACHER
GRANVILLE COUNTY SCHOOLS
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Served as educational support to students with disabilities and developmental delays in community preschool settings
- Adapted instructional materials and classroom lessons to meet the individual student's needs
- Demonstrate direct instruction to students for academic achievement and to become more independent learners
- Collaborated with regular education teachers to create specialized and individual education plans.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary And Middle School Administration
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC05.2014
Master of Science - Family And Consumer Sciences
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC12.2010
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Special Education
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC12.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC12.1998
Skills
- Learning Disabilities Knowledge
- Progress Monitoring
- Relationship Building
- Lesson Planning
- Small Group Instruction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Data Management
- IEP development
Education Licenses
- MASTER OF SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION, 2014, NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL UNIVERSITY, Durham, NC
- MASTER OF SCIENCE, FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE HUMAN DEVELOPMENT & FAMILY STUDIES, 2010, NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL UNIVERSITY, Durham, NC
- BACHELOR OF SCIENCE, EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION, 2004, NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL UNIVERSITY, Durham, NC
Timeline
EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN'S RESOURCE TEACHER
PEARSONTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
01.2018 - Current
CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION TEACHER-(FACS)
PANTHER CREEK HIGH SCHOOL
01.2016 - 01.2018
CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION TEACHER
SAGE ACADEMY/JORDAN-MATTHEWS HIGH SCHOOL
01.2015 - 01.2016
SPECIAL EDUCATION EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER
PEARSONTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
01.2014 - 01.2015
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL INTERN
01.2013 - 01.2014
SPECIAL EDUCATION EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER
W. G. PEARSON ELEMENTARY
01.2012 - 01.2013
PRE-KINDERGARTEN ITINERANT AND ASSESSMENT TEACHER
SOUTHWEST ELEMENTARY
01.2010 - 01.2012
LEAD PRE-KINDERGARTEN TITLE ONE TEACHER
PERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS
01.2005 - 01.2010
PRE-KINDERGARTEN EC RESOURCE TEACHER
GRANVILLE COUNTY SCHOOLS
01.2004 - 01.2005
Master of Arts - Elementary And Middle School Administration
North Carolina Central University
Master of Science - Family And Consumer Sciences
North Carolina Central University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Special Education
North Carolina Central University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
North Carolina Central University
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