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Deneatra Blue
Decatur, GA ***** 404-***-**** ********.****@*****.***
Summary
To obtain a challenging career, utilizing objectives through my experience with the opportunity for professional growth. Results-
focused education professional with strength achieving student goals. Proactive leader with strengths in communication and
collaboration. Proficient in leveraging Reading and Writing knowledge to promote a love of lifelong learning. Adept at
managing concurrent objectives to promote efficiency and influence positive outcomes.
Skills
Classroom management
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Platforms
● Creative lesson planning
● Blackboard Collaborate
● Technology integration
● Merihub
● Multidisciplinary lesson plans
● WizIQ
● Creative student incentives
● Webex
● Conflict resolution
● Vedamo
● Relationship building
● Zoom
● Teambuilding
● Google meets
Programs ● Google teams
● Guided reading ● Khan Academy
● Drop Everything and Read
● Innovative reading program
● Writing workshops
● Mathematics workshops
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Experience
SECOND GRADE TEACHER 08/2023 - CURRENT
Mohammed Schools of Atlanta
Report to work by 7:30am Mon-Fri, and leave between 3-6pm, pending specials; Create and/or implement curriculum; Plan
and execute lessons; Classroom management (19 students); Email supervisor lesson plans weekly; Advise parents of student
progress for the purpose of communicating expectations; student's achievements; developing methods for improvement
and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment; Manage student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe
and optimal learning environment; Create a classroom environment that fosters growth and learning; Maintain records of
student work and development; Create progress reports and report cards; Collaborate with tutors/specials teachers/title one;
Attend and contribute to PPT and 504 meetings; Differentiate instruction based on PPT or student level; Monitor students in a
variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, cafeteria, playground, school grounds, hallways, restrooms, field trips,
etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.; Handle social/emotional issues as they arise;
Complete recommendations for future school assignments Keep attendance records Procure materials for the classroom
Attend staff meetings Report incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, harassment, zero
tolerance offenses etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment
and adhering to state law.
BUSINESS OWNER 04/2012 - 08/2023
A2Z Educational Preparation
Utilized informal reading inventories to track student progress; created and administered assessments; developed reading,
writing, and mathematics workshops for struggling students; created innovative lesson plans for differentiated instruction for
students on different educational levels; responsible for all planning and implementation of lessons for up to fifty students;
Taught grades 1- 8 Social Studies, Language Arts, Religious Studies, Science, and Mathematics; developed lesson plans for
each subject and each grade level; met one-on-one with struggling students with special needs in Reading and Mathematics
instruction; utilized technology, class discussions, games, handouts, and other methods to keep students engaged; developed
homework policy, handled written and face-to-face communication with parents; developed IEP's for struggling students; kept
attendance and grade book in order, developed curriculum for up to fifty students in grades 1-8; hired teachers; developed
workshops for teachers needing professional development; trained teachers; kept financial records for tax purposes.
LEAD ELA TEACHER 08/2015 - 05/2018
Al-Furqan Academy - Norcross, GA
Taught grades 2, 3, 8, and 11 English and Language Arts, Social Studies, and Religious Studies; Implemented reading program
for struggling readers; Administered standardized testing; Used preparation material to prepare students for standardized
testing; Created a developmentally appropriate program for our students; Developed weekly lesson plans, activities and class
set-ups; Assessed children's needs and development; Worked closely with families to encourage mutual cooperation; Provided
guidance to instructional staff to help resolve issues with students when necessary; Ensured the safety of all children in our
program.
BUSINESS OWNER 01/2001 - 07/2015
First Steps Home daycare - Atlanta, GA
6Responsible for providing appropriate care and supervision of children of varying ages; offered a daily routine with activities
suitable for child's age and needs; provided, prepared and served meals/snacks following the guidelines set by the USDA and
Georgia Department of Education; kept daily records of attendance and menus; maintained current and accurate records
required by the Division of Child Care Licensing; communicated with parents regarding any needs they or their children may
have.
SUMMER MATHEMATICS/READING PROGRAM 06/2014 - 08/2014
Self-employed - Stone Mountain, GA
Utilized informal reading inventories to track student progress; created and administered assessments; developed reading,
writing, and mathematics workshops for struggling students; created innovative lesson plans for differentiated instruction for
students on different educational levels; responsible for all planning and implementation of lessons for fourteen students during
the summer.
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STUDENT TEACHER 08/2011 - 12/2011
Sister Clara Muhammad Schools of Atlanta - Atlanta, GA
Taught grades 1, 2, 3, and 4 Social Studies, Language Arts, Religious Studies, and Science; developed lesson plans for each
subject and each grade level; met one-on-one with struggling and students with special needs in Reading and Mathematics
instruction; utilized technology, class discussions, games, handouts, and other methods to keep students engaged; developed
homework policy, handled written and face-to-face communication with parents; kept attendance and grade book in order.
SUMMER STUDENT INTERN 06/2011 - 08/2011
Refugee Family Services - Stone Mountain, GA
Administered Informal Reading Inventories for the Drop Everything and Read (DEAR) Program; used Dibels for assessment
purposes; utilized the Reading A to Z program as well as other techniques to improve student reading; increased reading
fluency and comprehension of four at risk ELA students during a six week program; provided creative ways to keep students
interested in reading material; worked effectively with students with diverse learning needs and cultural backgrounds.
Education and Training
Union Institute & University - Cincinnati, OH Bachelor of Science
Education, 04/2012
Certifications
ESOL Pronunciation I (Latin American Association) - 2016
ESOL Speaking and Listening (Latin American Association)-2017
Integrating Vocabulary (Latin American Association)-2018
References
Available upon request
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