Dana Coleman
Clayton,North Carolina
Summary
Passionate Elementary Teacher for 26 years in Johnston County Public Schools. Proven history of creating engaged classroom environments and supporting diverse educational styles. Versatile student-oriented approach which consistently supports optimum performance and advancement of student learning.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
5th Grade Elementary Teacher
Johnston County Public Schools
08.1998 - Current
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Assessed student performance regularly using formative assessments, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly to address areas of need effectively.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Served as team lead for grade-level planning meetings, organizing resources and sharing best practices among teachers to improve overall instruction.
- Served as school improvement team chair.
- Mentored new teachers on effective teaching strategies, classroom management techniques, and school culture norms to enhance their professional development.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Promoted a growth mindset in students by providing constructive feedback and encouraging persistence in challenging tasks.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using a variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education and implement innovative teaching methods into daily lessons.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education Curriculum And Instruction
Campbell University
Buies Creek, NCBachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Waynesburg University
Waynesburg, PASkills
- Collaborative learning
- National Board Certification
- Technology Integration
- Problem-solving skills
- Team Collaboration
- Multitasking and Organization
- Group and individual instruction
- Team Teaching
- Differentiated Instruction
Certification
- National Board Certified Teacher
Timeline
5th Grade Elementary Teacher
Johnston County Public Schools
08.1998 - Current
Master of Arts - Elementary Education Curriculum And Instruction
Campbell University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Waynesburg University