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Kara Dugan

Wilmington

Summary

Dedicated Teacher offering 29 years of experience in education. Resourceful and passionate educator with adaptable and approachable style. Expertise includes test preparation and ongoing evaluations. Committed to creating comfortable learning environments for students.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Virtual Middle School Teacher

Frederick County Public Schools
08.2021 - Current
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Assigned daily lesson plans designed to motivate students and allow for creativity.
  • Prepared daily lesson plans for activities.
  • Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in students.
  • Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites, and other educational materials.
  • Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails and Parent Teacher Club.
  • Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Communicated objectives for all lessons, units and projects to students and parents.
  • Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
  • Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
  • Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
  • Developed and distributed study guides to reinforce lecture details and help students with test preparation.
  • Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
  • Used [Software] to upload student grades and absence data into district computer systems.
  • Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
  • Leveraged diverse learning strategies to prepare students for higher-level education requirements.

Middle School Teacher

Montgomery County Public Schools
08.2002 - 06.2021
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Assigned daily lesson plans designed to motivate students and allow for creativity.
  • Prepared daily lesson plans for activities.
  • Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in students.
  • Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites, and other educational materials.
  • Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails and Parent Teacher Club.
  • Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Communicated objectives for all lessons, units and projects to students and parents.
  • Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
  • Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
  • Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
  • Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.

Fifth Grade Classroom Teacher

Va. Beach Public Schools
08.1992 - 06.2001
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
  • Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
  • Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
  • Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Education K-8

Elon University
Elon, NC
05.1992

Skills

  • Different Learning Styles
  • Parent Relations
  • Character Education
  • Team Collaboration
  • Social and Life Skills Educator
  • Time Management
  • Student Progress Reporting
  • Standardized Testing
  • Discussion Facilitation
  • Attendance Tracking
  • Positive Reinforcement Strategies
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Professional Development
  • IEP Familiarity
  • MS Office Proficiency
  • Health and Wellbeing
  • Smart Board Operation
  • Individualized Instruction
  • Model Positive Behaviors
  • Schedule Creation
  • Lesson Planning Expertise
  • Summer School Teacher
  • Department Name Department Chair
  • Group Leadership
  • Classroom Management

Timeline

Virtual Middle School Teacher

Frederick County Public Schools
08.2021 - Current

Middle School Teacher

Montgomery County Public Schools
08.2002 - 06.2021

Fifth Grade Classroom Teacher

Va. Beach Public Schools
08.1992 - 06.2001

Bachelor of Science - Education K-8

Elon University

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