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Daisy Vanessa Ponausuia
Pago Pago
Summary
Educational professional with solid history in elementary education, delivering impactful and engaging lessons. Emphasizes collaborative efforts among faculty and staff to ensure supportive learning environment. Recognized for adaptability and commitment to meeting diverse student needs, fostering both academic and personal growth.
Overview
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1
Certification
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Fourth Grade Classroom Teacher
American Samoa Department of Education
Aoloau, American Samoa
08.2022 - 06.2026
- Fostered a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Integrated technology into the curriculum, utilizing tools such as Google Classroom and educational apps to enhance student engagement.
- Maintained effective communication with parents and guardians regarding student progress and classroom policies.
- Utilized data-driven strategies to identify individual student needs and tailor instruction accordingly.
- Designed engaging lesson plans that aligned with curriculum standards and fostered student engagement.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs in the classroom.
Education Specialist
American Samoa Department of Education
Pago Pago
07.2014 - 08.2022
- Developed and implemented curriculum enhancements to improve student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Conducted professional development workshops for educators to foster innovative teaching strategies.
- Facilitated communication between parents, educators, and administration to support student achievement initiatives.
- Established a positive classroom environment, fostering mutual respect and open communication among students.
Special Education Resource Teacher
American Samoa Department of Education
Pago Pago, AS
02.2003 - 12.2014
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans (IEPs) to meet the diverse needs of students with disabilities.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers and support staff to create inclusive learning environments for students with special needs.
- Provided targeted interventions and support to students to enhance their academic and social skills.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians to support student development and advocate for their needs.
- Developed behavior intervention plans to address challenging behaviors and promote positive student outcomes.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making to monitor student progress and inform instructional practices.
Education
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Concordia University-Portland
Portland, United States01.2014
Bachelor's - Elementary Education
University of Hawaii at Manoa
Hawaii, United States01.2011
Associate - Liberal Arts
American Samoa Community College
Pago Pago, American Samoa01.2002
Skills
- Data Analysis - Advanced
- Mentoring - Expert
- Community Engagement - Expert
- Differentiated Instruction - Expert
- Communication Skills - Expert
- Collaborative Teaching - Expert
- Educational Technology - Expert
- Inclusive Education - Expert
- Lesson Planning - Expert
- Student Assessment - Expert
- Classroom Management - Expert
- Project-based learning
Accomplishments
- English committee chairperson for 3 years
- Samoan Studies committee chairperson for 1 year
- Social Studies committee vice-chair for 1 year
- Core member of PPLC school team
- Leadership Team member at Leone High for 6 years
- National Honor Society Board member at Leone High for 2 years
- Special Education Department Head at Leone High for 6 years
- Leadership Team member at Siliaga Elementary for 3 years
- Sunday School Teacher for 3 years
- Sunday School Treasurer for 3 years
Certification
- Human Resources Skills: Compensation and Benefits
- Management & Leadership Skills: Planning & Execution
- Human Resources Skills: Recruiting, Supervisory skills: Motivating & assessing employees, Bookkeeping
Languages
Samoan - Native
English - Fluent
Work Availability
monday
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Timeline
Fourth Grade Classroom Teacher
American Samoa Department of Education
08.2022 - 06.2026
Education Specialist
American Samoa Department of Education
07.2014 - 08.2022
Special Education Resource Teacher
American Samoa Department of Education
02.2003 - 12.2014
Bachelor's - Elementary Education
University of Hawaii at Manoa
Associate - Liberal Arts
American Samoa Community College
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Concordia University-Portland