Dean McKinney
Summary
Distinguished educator with a proven track record at Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools, adept in fostering student-centered learning and integrating technology to enhance engagement. Excelled in building relationships and managing classrooms effectively, ensuring tailored instruction that meets diverse needs. Specializes in innovative lesson planning and critical thinking development.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools
09.1996 - 07.2024
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Teacher
Elk Island Public Schools
09.1992 - 08.1996
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
Education
Business Administration Diploma - Administrative Management Diploma
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Edmonton, None05-1985
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Conflict resolution
- Differentiated instruction
- Student-centered learning
- Innovative lesson planning
- Technology integration
Timeline
Teacher
Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools
09.1996 - 07.2024
Teacher
Elk Island Public Schools
09.1992 - 08.1996
Business Administration Diploma - Administrative Management Diploma
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
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