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Deana Rather

Paducah,KY

Summary

Skilled in classroom management and relationship building, I enhanced student engagement and supported diverse learning needs at Christian Fellowship School. Leveraging critical thinking and differentiated instruction, I fostered a supportive environment, significantly improving student outcomes. My dedication to professional development and social-emotional learning underscores my commitment to educational excellence.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Christian Fellowship School
08.2024 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.

Teacher

Christian Fellowship School
08.1995 - 05.2006

Instructed children with diverse learning requirements.

Maintained positive relationships with parents and co-workers

Assistant for Children With Learning Disabilities

McCracken County Board of Education
08.1993 - 05.1995

Enhanced learning experiences for students with special needs.

Education

Master Of Arts - Special Education

Murray State University
Murray, KY
05.2000

Bachelor Of Science - Elementary Education

Murray State University
Murray, KY
05.1993

Associate Of Science - Education

Paducah Community College
Paducah
05.1991

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Social-emotional learning training

Timeline

Teacher

Christian Fellowship School
08.2024 - Current

Teacher

Christian Fellowship School
08.1995 - 05.2006

Assistant for Children With Learning Disabilities

McCracken County Board of Education
08.1993 - 05.1995

Master Of Arts - Special Education

Murray State University

Bachelor Of Science - Elementary Education

Murray State University

Associate Of Science - Education

Paducah Community College
Deana Rather