Dorothy Della
Johnson City
Summary
Compassionate, dedicated, and student-focused Early Childhood and Special Education Teacher with over 5 years of experience creating engaging, inclusive learning environments for children from preschool through elementary school. Skilled in developing individualized lesson plans, implementing evidence-based instructional strategies, managing diverse classrooms, and collaborating with families and multidisciplinary teams to promote student success. Experienced in supporting students with developmental delays, autism spectrum disorder, learning disabilities, ADHD, and emotional and behavioral challenges
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City
08.2019 - 05.2022
- Coordinated study sessions and tutoring, enhancing understanding and academic performance for students needing additional support.
- Facilitated communication between students and faculty, ensuring clarity of course expectations and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Organized classroom activities to enhance student engagement and participation.
- Facilitated communication between students and faculty to clarify course expectations.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, and educators, promoting collaboration and enhancing the overall educational experience.
Elementary School Teacher
Ghana Education Service
Hoagland
09.2011 - 08.2018
- Sokode-Bagble E.P. Primary School, Volta Region, Ghana
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with national curriculum standards.
- Assessed and recorded student progress and prepared students for examination.
- Facilitated classroom activities that promote student collaboration and critical thinking.
- Mentored new teachers in the department.
- Engaged parents in meaningful dialogue about their child's academic performance.
- Encouraged creativity among students by providing them with open-ended tasks.
- Participated in the organization of Parents Teachers Association (PTA)
Education
Master of Education - Special Education
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN05-2022
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN05-2020
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Special needs support
- Educational technology
- Curriculum development
- Child development and early learning strategies
- Communication with families and communities
- Leadership and classroom management
- Critical thinking, digital fluency, ethical practice and other transferable skills
- Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
Certification
- CPR and First Aid Certificate
Basic and Practical First Aid Certificate
OSHA Certificate
Emergency Preparedness Certificate
Ask Listen Refer Certificate
Hazard Communication
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
East Tennessee State University
08.2019 - 05.2022
Elementary School Teacher
Ghana Education Service
09.2011 - 08.2018
Master of Education - Special Education
East Tennessee State University
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
East Tennessee State University