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BERDEENA LETURNO
bleturno@gmail.com | 217-925-5479 | Dieterich, IL 62424

Summary

Enthusiastic Teacher with 3 years of experience instructing students with wide range of learning disabilities. Commi ed
to creating motivational and collaborative learning environments that encourage social and emotional growth. Strategic
in blending organizational skills thorough educational background. Works well with children, parents, colleagues and
supervisors. Emerging Student Teacher with good multitasking skills and strong devotion to student success.
Knowledgeable about diverse instructional strategies and technology integration options to enhance classroom
environments. Trained in lesson planning, assessments and tutoring.

Skills

Group teaching ability Behavioral/cognitive skills development

Lesson plan development Course material development
Lesson planning Differentiated instruction specialist
Student engagement Safety protocols
Safety procedures Learning assessments
Reporting requirements Classroom discipline
Individualized instruction Differentiated learning techniques
Discipline and feedback Interdisciplinary teaching
Test administration Team collaboration
Classroom oversight Positive student engagement
Effective listening

Experience

Altamont grade school | Altamont, IL Accepted constructive criticism and feedback with positivity in areas
Student Teacher requiring improvement.
09/2021 - 01/2022 Observed educators teaching various lessons, interacting with students
and managing classrooms to gain insight and understanding of duties
and responsibilities.
Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional
support.
Observed teachers in classrooms to improve skills and communication.
Supervised children in classroom, on playground and during brief teacher
absences.
Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused
instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
Adhered to school schedules, regulations, policies and dress codes to
promote safety and learning.
Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to foster
learning.
Developed deeper understanding of teaching strategies with increasing
responsibility for student learning.
Graded homework assignments, tests and special projects.
Assisted classroom teachers with accomplishing instructional goals by

Dieterich Elementary | Dieterich, Il
02/2019 - 05/2021
Eiase, Fresh Start TLC | Effingham, IL
School Nurse
01/2015 - 02/2019
US Veterans Administration | Effingham,
IL
Licensed Practical Nurse
01/2003 - 01/2015
Mid-Illinois Medical | Effingham, IL
Licensed Practical Nurse
01/2001 - 01/2003
Dr. Imburgia's Office | Newton, IL
Licensed Practical Nurse
01/1998 - 01/2003
Education and Training
Lake Land College | Ma oon, IL
Practical Nurse Diploma
01/1998
GPA: 3.74
Grand Canyon University | Phoenix, AZ
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education
mentoring students, leading activities and implementing lesson plans.
Kept classroom neat, clean and well-organized, enabling students and
teachers to quickly find needed materials.
Collaborated with classroom teacher on grading and feedback for
students' assignments, tests and projects.
Delivered clear, comprehensive instructions to support classwork and
projects.
Created lesson plans to incorporate mandated topics and include
immersive activities for student engagement.
62424,217-925-5247, left position due to student teaching.
Passed medicine.
Triage ill students.
Update medical records, shot records, etc.
Primary Care Triages, records and reports changes in the patient's
condition, as well as assisting in the development and revision of the
patient-driven holistic care plan for life; working under the direction of
the RN and MD.
Thoroughly documents care and patient's response; seeks assistance and
guidance by informing RN or medical provider of changes in patient's
condition requiring higher level intervention.
Duties includes but is not limited to performing nebulizer therapy,
medication, assists with minor procedure, including obtaining and
arranging necessary equipment, checking expiration dates of medication
and supplies, EKGs, wound care, colostomy care, diabetes and asthma
management.
Demonstrates understanding of age-and population-specific characteristic
that affect health care needs.
Promptly recognizes urgent or emergent patient care situation, seek
assistance and effectively intervenes as directed when appropriate.
Family Practice Observed, documented and reported changes in the
patient's condition, as well as assisted in the development and revision of
the patient-driven holistic care plan under the direction of the doctor.
Assisted physician with procedures.
Family Practice Medication administration, patient education, wound
care, injections, vital signs, diabetes and asthma education and
management.
Lincoln land Visiting Nurses Home Health Aid Providing care, assistance
and working independently with developmentally disabled people in
their own/home environment.
Expected in 01/2022
GPA: 3.81, Deans list

Activities and Honors

American Heart Association Wound Care and Home Health Certifications ACHIEVEMENTS & ACTIVITIES Dieterich
Ladies Auxiliary Member Village of Wheeler Past Trustee

Accomplishments

Passionate individual with a strong drive for efficient, fast paced work environment pursuing the position of
Paraprofessional.
Adapts positively to change, handles various acuity levels with ease and professionalism.
Anticipates needs, giving 100% to meet the demands of clients, employers, and co-workers.
A ending Grand Canyon University 2019- present, will be completed with student teaching on or around January
30,2022.
It is a dream of mine to help my future students set and reach their goals in their educational Careers, to keep them
motivated and engaged in their learning with the help of their families and my peers.

References

REFERENCES Elizabeth Quick Homann Pam Bunting Dieterich Unit #30 EIASE (Fresh Start TLC) 217-925-5413
217-343-2456 Susan Eley, FNP Michelle Frederick, LPN Sheryl S. Radloff, RN US Veterans Administration US Veterans
Administration US Veterans Administration Effingham Outpatient Clinic Effingham Outpatient Clinic Effingham
Outpatient Clinic 217-821-5820 217-690-5991 618-267-2239 Tara Beard Bobbi Johnson Elementary teacher Elementary
teacher, Altamont Il grade school Martinsville Il grade school. 217-254-3462 618-554-2368

Interests

LICENSURE & CERTIFICATION , Paraprofessional License --pending processing at present time

Websites, Portfolios, Profiles

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