Joseph Deegan Email & Phone Number

Ardmore, Pennsylvania, United States

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

- Taught multiple subjects throughout the years at the high school level including 9th Grade English Keystone Seminar, Genre Studies (10th grade English Language Arts), U.S. Literature, and Journalism. - Crafted various units and contributing to the creation of curricula. These units included Adolescence in America (highlighting Catcher in the Rye), Conflict in America (highlighting The Bluest Eye), Religion in America (highlighting The Crucible), as well as many others- Collaborated with other teachers on how to continuously improve the curriculum as much as possible, making sure that students do not feel stagnant in their learning- Advocated for diversity in the classroom by establishing a safe space where students of multiple backgrounds can feel comfortable in sharing their perspectives- Taught and reinforced the use of literary theories for students to evaluate texts and the lenses readers use to interpret those texts - Facilitated class discussion by using the tenants of Freirean and Bakhtinian education models in order to encourage and embrace student voice - Created a variety of projects that encourage students to reflect on their educational growth as well as their self-growth in an abundance of different ways - both in creative and written aspects- Established a positive relationship with students through involvement with extracurricular activities - most notably the Spirit Week Committee - Planned an annual Spirit Week as a week-long activity that creates a competitive and fun-filled school climate between all participating grades

Greater Philadelphia Area

Greater Philadelphia Area

- Taught two sections of senior year British Literature and one section of junior year U.S Literature for a total of 82 students- Created multiple units, including a unit on privilege in The Great Gatsby and otherization in Othello- Established a positive relationship with students through involvement with multiple extracurricular activities such as the Spirit Week Committee and restarting organizations like the Community Service Club - Conferred with other teachers on how to constantly improve the curriculum as much as possible, making sure that our students do not feel stagnant in their learning- Advocated for diversity in the classroom by setting up a safe space and introducing different perspectives on texts by presenting literary theories

- Led small groups of children aged 6-11 for an assortment of activities. - Planned and participated in small group games. - Assisted with more specific activities such as arts and crafts and anti-bullying training.

- Communicated with 26 different student clubs and organizations about their membership, their bylaws, and other ways to make sure that their organization is as successful as possible. - Facilitated different leadership programs such as the Executive Leadership Series and Students Actively Involved in Leadership (S.A.I.L.) program. - Collaborated with other staff members on running miscellaneous programs such as Anti-Hazing Week and helping plan the Spring Organization Fair.

West Chester, Pa

- Introduced groups of 10+ new students to West Chester University's campus. - Worked with a team of 25+ fellow Orientation Leaders in order to make sure that the orientation day runs as smoothly as possible. - Collaborated with other Orientation Leaders in order to communicate with parents and guardians of incoming first year and transfer students.

Brandywine Hall And Wayne Hall

- Managed a floor of 50+ undergraduate students ranging from first year students to seniors. - Conducted monthly floor meetings and bi-weekly socials. - Worked with a staff of 8+ coworkers and attended weekly staff meetings. - Served as a resource to residents of the building while working at the front desk of the residence hall.

Warminster, Pa

- Greeted customers as they entered the store and established a positive environment for shopping. - Remained composed and enthusiastic during peak hours of the overnight shift. - Helped maintain a clean and presentable store to improve the customer's experience.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Teaching Of English

Bachelor Of Science, English Language And Literature/Letters

Activities and Societies: West Chester University Radio (WCUR), Residence Hall Association, Major Entertainment Group, Resident Assistant.

High School Diploma

Activities and Societies: Varsity Ice Hockey, Wisterian (Newspaper), Operation Santa Claus, and Kairos Retreat.