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Deborah Brown

Buckeye

Summary

Strong leader with 15 years of both college and high school teaching experience using trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and anti-racist teaching techniques. Manages classrooms of up to 45 students with dedication to fostering student progress and achievement of learning objectives. Successful at cultivating inclusive and welcoming learning environments focused on student engagement and academic progress.

Professional Teacher focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. Skilled lecturer, discussion facilitator and hands-on leader focused on student success. Excels at meeting and exceeding school standards.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

High School Teacher

Skyview High School/The Leona Group
01.2023 - 03.2025

• Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
• Engaged students through lectures and discussion, as well as engaging group projects, increasing classroom interaction to build an inclusive learning environment.
• Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
• Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
• Used trauma-informed and culturally sensitive teaching techniques in this school for students who have not been successful in traditional public schools.
• I taught all four years of English, U.S. History I & II, World History I & II, Digital Media, Economics, Government, and Computer-Based Education.
• Developed customized anti-racist curricula for class instruction.

Lead Substitute Teacher

Post Falls School District
09.2018 - 05.2022

• Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
• Created and executed my own lesson plans during long-term (a full quarter) assignments in English. U.S. History, Government. and Art.

• Participated in professional development programs related to education
topics.
• Utilized educational technology to enhance learning experiences.

Other Teaching Experience

Various
08.2010 - 06.2017

* Instructor of Record, Regis University, 2017

Jesuit Worldwide Learning (Remote Learning)
Academic Writing


* Instructor of Record, Tikondone College. 2015

Tikondone, Katete, Zambia
Writing Resumes and Cover Letters
Dynamic Leadership
Business Writing
Interpersonal Communication


* TA, Gonzaga University, 2012-2013

M.A. in Organizational Leadership Program
Capstone Portfolio


* TA, University of Washington, 2010-2011

Academic Transition Program: Academic Writing.
Senior Seminar: Women Across Borders

Education

Ph.D. - Leadership Studies

Gonzaga University
Spokane, WA
03-2022

Master of Arts - Cultural Studies

University of Washington
Seattle, WA
06-2011

Bachelor of Arts - Culture, Literature, And The Arts

University of Washington
Seattle, WA
06-2009

Associate of Arts - Associate of Interdisciplinary Studies

Cascadia College
Bothell, WA
06-2008

Skills

Instructional Design
Effective Classroom Management
Technology-Enhanced Education
Culturally Inclusive Instruction

Student assessment
Curriculum development
Trauma-informed teaching
Online Education Management

* Anti-racist teaching

Timeline

High School Teacher

Skyview High School/The Leona Group
01.2023 - 03.2025

Lead Substitute Teacher

Post Falls School District
09.2018 - 05.2022

Other Teaching Experience

Various
08.2010 - 06.2017

Ph.D. - Leadership Studies

Gonzaga University

Master of Arts - Cultural Studies

University of Washington

Bachelor of Arts - Culture, Literature, And The Arts

University of Washington

Associate of Arts - Associate of Interdisciplinary Studies

Cascadia College
Deborah Brown