Dacia Brown
Hillsboro,IL
Summary
Passionate and dedicated educator with a proven track record at Hillsboro School District, skilled in differentiated instruction and relationship building. Successfully enhanced student engagement through innovative lesson planning and technology integration. Committed to fostering collaboration among colleagues and parents, driving academic success and confidence in students. LETRS trained to support diverse learning needs.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Teacher
Hillsboro School District
07.2010 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards to enhance student learning and comprehension.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Fostered positive classroom environment promoting respect, collaboration, and active participation among students.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments, providing timely feedback to support academic growth.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and instructional strategies to improve overall teaching effectiveness.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering strong communication between students, parents, and staff members.
- Collaborated with colleagues to team plan effectively for our grade level.
Title Math Teacher
Hillsboro School District
07.2005 - 07.2010
- Designed differentiated instruction tailored to diverse learning styles and abilities of students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to analyze progress and address needs to support struggling students with their academic success by developing math skills and boosting confidence in problem-solving skills.
- Created and led family math nights which involved local community members to participate and support these hands-on activities with the students and parents.
Fifth Grade Teacher/Title 1 Reading Teacher
Brownstown Elementary
07.2000 - 07.2005
- Utilized data-driven assessments to evaluate student progress and adjust teaching strategies.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons, connecting subject matter across various topics.
Education
Master of Science - Reading Specialist K-12
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL05-2005
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Greenville College
Greenville, IL05-2000
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Relationship building
- Lesson planning
- Team collaboration
- Parent-teacher communication
- Classroom management
- Technology integration
- LETRS Trained
Certification
National Board for Professional Teaching Standards
- Certification for Middle Childhood/Generalist
Lexia Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling Training - August 2024 to ongoing
Timeline
Elementary Teacher
Hillsboro School District
07.2010 - Current
Title Math Teacher
Hillsboro School District
07.2005 - 07.2010
Fifth Grade Teacher/Title 1 Reading Teacher
Brownstown Elementary
07.2000 - 07.2005
Master of Science - Reading Specialist K-12
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Greenville College