Dana Adams
DesMoines,WA
Summary
Philosophy of education utilizes the constructivist methods of cooperative learning, student centered learning and accessing prior knowledge to increase comprehension. Believes that all students deserve an education and are capable of success. Skilled individual with passion for helping students reach academic goals. Creates engaging learning experiences to meet individual student needs.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Math Coach
Scenic Hill Elementary School
01.2015 - Current
- Part time math instructional coach
- Co-planning, co-teaching and leading professional development focusing on math instruction
- Worked closely with teachers doing coaching cycles past 6 years
- Professional development with Center for Educational Leadership working on coaching techniques
- Taught intervention groups, and worked as ELL teacher in 2017-2018
- Helped facilitate Math Lab professional development 2016/2017 school year working with district math coaches and University of Washington
- Taught virtual second grade during end of 2021 school year including writing, math, science, social studies, and social emotional learning
- Created content for asynchronous and synchronous learning.
Math Teacher
Mill Creek Middle School
01.2007 - 01.2015
- Taught 7th and 8th grade math intervention, 7th grade pre-algebra, 8th grade pre-algebra, 7th and 8th grade Algebra for High School Credit, 8th grade Geometry for high school credit
- Taught both in general classes and as part of Kent Technology Academy
- Studio math teacher for studio professional development for 2014/2015 school year.
Education
ELL Endorsement - K-12 English Language Learners Endorsement
PLU And Kent School District Partnership
Tacoma, WA06.2019
Math Endorsement - Grade 4-12 Math Endorsement
SPU And Seattle School District Partnership
Seattle, WA06.2012
Masters of Education - Education Technology
Lesley University
Cambridge, MA08.2011
Some College (No Degree) - Reading Specialist
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WABachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA06.2002
Skills
- Developing Individualized Lessons
- Teaching strategies
- Activity-Based Learning
- Student Motivation
- Canvas, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Microsoft Office
- Building Rapport and Trust
- Conceptual Mathematical Knowledge
- Computer Skills
References
- Harjeet Sandu-Fuller, Scenic Hill Elementary: Principal, 253-373-7661, harjeet.sandhufuller@kent.k12.wa.us
- Krista Ckark, Scenic Hill Elementart: Asistant Principal, 253-373-3654, krista.clark@kent.k12.wa.us
- Renee Gallagher, Gallagher Educational Consulting: Founder 206-850-4831, Reneegher@gmail.com
Timeline
Math Coach
Scenic Hill Elementary School
01.2015 - Current
Math Teacher
Mill Creek Middle School
01.2007 - 01.2015
ELL Endorsement - K-12 English Language Learners Endorsement
PLU And Kent School District Partnership
Math Endorsement - Grade 4-12 Math Endorsement
SPU And Seattle School District Partnership
Masters of Education - Education Technology
Lesley University
Some College (No Degree) - Reading Specialist
Central Washington University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Central Washington University
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