Dana Cooper
Clovis,NM
Summary
At Melrose Municipal Schools, I excelled in fostering a supportive learning environment and enhancing educational outcomes through differentiated instruction. My expertise in classroom management and curriculum implementation, coupled with a commitment to professional development and a growth mindset, significantly contributed to the school's community and academic achievements.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Melrose Municipal Schools
08.2008 - 05.2024
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Eastern New Mexico University
Portales, NM12-2007
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Growth mindset
- Curriculum implementation
Accomplishments
- Curriculum Design - Designed, developed and implemented daily lessons for 90 students.
- Highly Certified - Science, Language Arts, and Social Studies
- Recognized as an NMPED Exemplary Teacher in 2018
Certification
- First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Certification – American Red Cross.
- Elementary Education Certificate - New Mexico Department of Education.
Timeline
Teacher
Melrose Municipal Schools
08.2008 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Eastern New Mexico University
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