Alyana Danaoui
Summary
Enthusiastic and dedicated educator committed to supporting student growth both academically and socially. Experienced in creating inclusive and supportive learning environments, collaborating with educators, and adapting instruction to meet individual student needs.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Teacher
Beverly Hills Academy
Beverly Hills, Michigan
10.2021 - Current
- Led small group and whole group instruction in math, literacy, and word study
- Provided guided reading, vocabulary, and word study instruction to strengthen literacy skills.
- Used assessments to identify student needs and guide instruction.
- Designed and implemented engaging lessons that promoted collaboration and active participation.
- Planned and implemented lessons that promoted social-emotional growth, fairness, and collaborative learning.
- Differentiated instruction to meet diverse academic and behavioral needs.
- Built positive relationships with students, parents, and staff.
Student Teaching
Moraine Elementary
Northville, MI
12.2025 - 04.2026
- Planned and delivered whole-group and small-group instruction aligned with grade-level standards.
- Implemented classroom routines, behavior expectations, and classroom management strategies to support a structured and
supportive learning environment. - Differentiated instruction to meet diverse academic and social-emotional needs of students.
- Implemented district-adopted curricula including Fountas & Pinnell, UFLI, Bridges Mathematics, and FOSS Science to support instruction across content areas.
- Supported school-wide initiatives such as Leader in Me, reinforcing student leadership, accountability, and responsibility.
- Participated in MTSS meetings, professional development, grade-level collaboration, and school-wide initiatives to support student learning and growth.
Apprenticeship II- Young Fives
Ridge Wood Elementary School
Northville, MI
09.2025 - 11.2025
- Supporting a Young Fives classroom by assisting with daily instruction, classroom routines, and transitions.
- Delivered Fountas & Pinnell Literacy lessons to build foundational reading and writing skills.
- Guided students in early numeracy using Bridges in Mathematics, focusing on number sense, patterns, and problem-solving.
- Promoted student growth through targeted instruction in literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional skills.
- Incorporating hands-on, play-based activities to engage students and foster independence, confidence, and collaboration.
Apprenticeship I - ESL Support (K-5)
West Maple Elementary School
Birmingham, MI
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Collaborated with an ESL teacher to adapt Wit and Wisdom curriculum for multilingual learners (French, German, Arabic, Italian).
- Implemented scaffolds such as sentence starters, French translations, and guided worksheets to increase student participation.
- Led small-group activities to build phonic fluency using multisensory strategies (sand trays, IMSE resources, Smartboard).
- Observed and reflected on sheltered instruction practices, applying strategies that increased MLs' participation in discussion.
Field Experience
Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy
Detroit, MI
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Partnered with 4th grader students to design and build wind turbines, integrating science and engineering practices.
- Taught concepts about renewable energy through inquiry-based, hands-on learning.
- Collaborated with peers to develop STEM lessons that promoted problem-solving and teamwork.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Michigan, Dearborn
05-2026
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Small Group & Whole Group Instruction
- Lesson Planning & Curriculum Implementation
- Student Engagement Strategies
- Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
- Collaboration with Educators & Staff
- Behavior Management & Positive Reinforcement
Timeline
Student Teaching
Moraine Elementary
12.2025 - 04.2026
Apprenticeship II- Young Fives
Ridge Wood Elementary School
09.2025 - 11.2025
Apprenticeship I - ESL Support (K-5)
West Maple Elementary School
01.2025 - 04.2025
Field Experience
Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy
10.2023 - 12.2023
Support Teacher
Beverly Hills Academy
10.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Michigan, Dearborn