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Cassie Danylik

Rumford,ME

Summary

An upbeat elementary educator with an outgoing and approachable personality. Adept at fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion while promoting social-emotional learning. Proven track record in leading engaging professional development sessions and cultivating strong connections with students and colleagues. Is dedicated to creating a warm, inclusive school community where every learner and educator feels valued and supported.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Classroom Teacher

RSU 10
12.2006 - Current
  • Utilized Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) strategies to foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment, promoting empathy, self-awareness, and conflict resolution skills among students.
  • Designed and implemented lesson plans that celebrated diversity and encourage open dialogue, promoting cultural understanding and acceptance among students and the greater community.
  • Collaborated with parents, colleagues, and school leaders to create a supportive network for students from diverse backgrounds, ensuring their academic and emotional needs were met.
  • Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
  • Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
  • Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
  • Scheduled and directed field trips and hands-on activities to foster student learning and creativity.
  • Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
  • Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
  • Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
  • Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
  • Actively participated in professional development opportunities focused on DEI and SEL, continually enhancing teaching practices to better support students development.
  • Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
  • Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
  • Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
  • Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
  • Developed and implemented discipline strategies to maintain classroom order.
  • Provided individualized and diversified instruction to support student comprehension and assist with navigating challenges.
  • Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
  • Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.

Education

Master of Science - Education

St. Joseph's College
Standish, ME
05.2018

Bachelor of Science - Education

University of Maine At Farmington
Farmington, ME
12.2006

Skills

  • Clear Communication
  • Problem-Solving
  • Professional Development Facilitation and Development
  • Conflict Resolution/Restorative Practice
  • Relationship Building (students, staff, administration, families, and community)
  • Special Education and Inclusion
  • Creativity and Innovation
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Growth Mindset and Lifelong Learning
  • Lesson planning and Curriculum Development
  • Cultural Competence and Diversity Awareness
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Compliance and Understanding of Standards
  • Organizational, Scheduling, and Time Management Skills
  • Family and Community Engagement
  • ALICE Experience/Classroom Safety and Emergency Preparedness

Certification

  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Certificate- Cornell University May 2023

Additional Information

Other Responsibilities/Roles:

  • Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports Team Member (2007-Present)

-Analyzing SWIS Data

- Planning School Wide Celebrations

-Providing resources and support for positive behavior in classrooms and common areas in school

- Facilitate PD and Review Workshops


  • Mentor Teacher (2011-Present)

-Weekly Meetings-Sense of Belonging

- Conduct Observations and provide feedback

- Provide support and guidance in helping new teachers reach their professional status in the district.

- Goal Setting

- Understanding of Maine's Teaching Standards


  • Equity Team Member (2020-Present )

- Actively participate in professional development

- Develop and Facilitate PD

- Curriculum Subcommittee Participant

* Organized and Implemented a curriculum audit

- Collaborate on district work, specifically common language/definitions to be used K-12


  • Leadership Team (On and Off since 2008-Present)

-Goal setting and planning for Tier III requirements

-Planning and Scheduling

-Facilitating PD

-Clear communicator between school teams and administration


  • School Wellness Team Chair (2019-2022)

- Organized school wide events to build climate and culture


Timeline

Classroom Teacher

RSU 10
12.2006 - Current

Master of Science - Education

St. Joseph's College

Bachelor of Science - Education

University of Maine At Farmington

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