Diann Sargent

39 Bay Hill Place

Mountain Home, Arkansas 72653
Cell: 870-615-2324
diann.sargent@yahoo.com

Summary
High school English Teacher possessing exceptional people skills and sensitivity to high school
students' specialized and changing needs. Highly effective at building rapport. My experience
includes all high school grades, 9-12, students with a wide range of socioeconomic backgrounds,
and a diverse population of students including those considered to be "at risk". I am passionate about
my profession and work well with administrators and colleagues and enjoy being part of a team
working toward a common goal.

Highlights
Valid and Current Teaching Certification in Critical thinker
Arkansas Adept classroom manager
Kind and empathetic Meets Arkansas's NCLB Highly Qualified
Urban public schools background Teacher requirements
Creative lesson planning Positive and encouraging

Experience
August 2013 to Mountain View High School
Current Mountain View, Arkansas
English/Oral Communication Teacher
Presented all class material and policies accurately and clearly for 6 classes each year.
Used a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions and demonstrations.
Met with or emailed parents and guardians to discuss students' progress at least once per
semester.
Enforced both classroom and administration policies and rules at all times.
Established positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
Encouraged discussion of class material to promote critical thinking.
Implemented remedial programs for students requiring extra help.
Participated in regular training courses to keep up-to-date with new teaching methods and
developments in the field.
Kept accurate records of student performance maintaining the confidentiality of student
records and information at all times.
Incorporated engaging texts to enhance literacy skills and foster a fun and engaging learning
environment.
Taught more than 100 students each year.
Coached students and reviewed test material in preparation for Arkansas state-wide
standardized tests.
Assessed student progress weekly, monthly and quarterly.
Monitored students for destructive or unhealthy behavior and reported concerns to guidance
counselors.
Integrated technology into the curriculum to develop students' word processing and research
skills.
Set and enforced clear deadlines for student work.
Alerted administrators to any concerns about student performance and progress.
Established and enforced rules for behavior among students.
Planned and conducted hands-on activities to provide students with opportunities to observe,
question and investigate.
Worked cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula for special education



































students according to Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Helped students develop and improve study methods and habits.
Took all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and
facilities.
August 2003 to Airline High School
May 2013 Bossier City, Louisiana
English Teacher
Presented all class material and policies accurately and clearly for 3 classes each year (Block
schedule).
Used a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions and demonstrations.
Met with or emailed parents and guardians to discuss students' progress at least once per
semester.
Enforced both classroom and administration policies and rules at all times.
Established positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
Encouraged discussion of class material to promote critical thinking.
Implemented remedial programs for students requiring extra help.
Participated in regular training courses to keep up-to-date with new teaching methods and
developments in the field.
Kept accurate records of student performance maintaining the confidentiality of student
records and information at all times.
Incorporated engaging texts to enhance literacy skills and foster a fun and engaging learning
environment.
Taught more than 90 students each semester (Block schedule).
Coached students and reviewed test material in preparation for Louisiana state-wide
standardized tests.
Assessed student progress weekly, monthly and quarterly.
Monitored students for destructive or unhealthy behavior and reported concerns to guidance
counselors.
Integrated technology into the curriculum to develop students' word processing and research
skills.
Set and enforced clear deadlines for student work.
Alerted administrators to any concerns about student performance and progress.
Drafted letters of recommendation for students' college applications.
Established and enforced rules for behavior among students.
Planned and conducted hands-on activities to provide students with opportunities to observe,
question and investigate.
Worked cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula for special education
students according to Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Helped students develop and improve study methods and habits.
Took all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and
facilities.
August 2001 to Woodlawn High School
May 2003 Shreveport, Louisiana
English Teacher
Presented all class material and policies accurately and clearly for 6 classes each year.
Used a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions and demonstrations.
Met with or emailed parents and guardians to discuss students' progress at least once per
semester.
Enforced both classroom and administration policies and rules at all times.
Established positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
Encouraged discussion of class material to promote critical thinking.
Implemented remedial programs for students requiring extra help.
Participated in regular training courses to keep up-to-date with new teaching methods and
developments in the field.
Kept accurate records of student performance maintaining the confidentiality of student














records and information at all times.
Incorporated engaging texts to enhance literacy skills and foster a fun and engaging learning
environment.
Taught more than 150 students each year.
Coached students and reviewed test material in preparation for Louisiana state-wide
standardized tests.
Assessed student progress weekly, monthly and quarterly.
Monitored students for destructive or unhealthy behavior and reported concerns to guidance
counselors.
Integrated technology into the curriculum to develop students' word processing and research
skills.
Set and enforced clear deadlines for student work.
Alerted administrators to any concerns about student performance and progress.
Established and enforced rules for behavior among students.
Planned and conducted hands-on activities to provide students with opportunities to observe,
question and investigate.
Worked cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula for special education
students according to Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Helped students develop and improve study methods and habits.
Took all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and
facilities.

Education
2001 Louisiana State University Shreveport
Shreveport, Louisiana
Secondary English Education
Bachelor of Arts

References
Steve Lucas, Principal
Mountain View High School
870-269-3443
slucas@mvdistrict.k12.ar.us

Michelle Williams, Assistant Principal
Mountain View Middle School
870-269-3443
mwilliams@mvdistrict.k12.ar.us

Jason Rowland, Principal
Airline High School
318-549-5081
jason.rowland@bossierschools.org

Cathy Carroll, English Department Head
Airline High School
318-549-5114
cathy.carroll@bossierschools.org