Dana Gigliotti
Yorba Linda,CA
Summary
Innovative Assistant Professor bringing proven success in implementing technology-based curriculum delivery and assessment tools. Passionate about fostering academic development and success for every student. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Spanish Instructor
Yorba Linda High School
Yorba Linda, CA
01.2012 - Current
- ESL Instructor / Liaison
- Korean Club Advisor
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Designed assessments that accurately measured student progress and informed instructional decisions.
- Developed strong rapport with students through open communication channels, contributing to a supportive learning environment where all individuals felt valued.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as Spanish Club events and field trips, fostering community involvement and cultural enrichment.
- Served as a liaison between parents, students, and school administrators regarding academic progress or concerns related to Spanish courses.
- Evaluated individual student progress regularly through formative assessments which allowed for tailored lesson planning.
- Conducted periodic peer observations and provided constructive feedback to fellow Spanish teachers as part of a professional growth initiative.
- Established strong relationships with community partners, connecting students with native speakers for cultural exchange activities and real-world language practice.
- Provided one-on-one support for students struggling with course material, leading to improved comprehension and success rates.
- Created supportive learning environment for foreign students to nurture budding language development.
- Developed and wrote curricula in both Spanish and English, often sharing curriculum with other teachers.
Learning Lab Instructor
North Orange County Community College District
Anaheim, CA
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Reading/ Writing Basic Skills High School Diploma Program and SCE courses
- Promoted a positive learning environment by maintaining an organized, clean, and well-stocked laboratory space.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to share resources, ideas, and strategies for improved student outcomes.
- Adapted instructional methods to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students had equal opportunities to succeed.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, updating gradebooks regularly for timely evaluations and feedback.
Reading Instructor
Cerritos College
Cerritos, CA
01.2005 - 2017
- Reading classes 48, 49, 54
- Developed targeted lesson plans for diverse student populations, resulting in improved literacy rates.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need within the curriculum, refining lessons based on student performance trends.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance data, utilizing this information to inform decisions about instructional strategies and resource allocation.
- Established a welcoming, inclusive classroom environment where students felt comfortable discussing challenging texts and sharing their thoughts openly.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work through regular conferences, written comments, and rubric-based evaluations that supported ongoing improvement efforts.
- Enhanced reading comprehension by incorporating interactive activities and multimedia into lessons.
- Implemented research-based instructional practices to increase overall reading proficiency levels within the classroom.
- Boosted student engagement by designing customized reading materials tailored to individual learning needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary units of study that reinforced key reading skills across subjects.
- Incorporated strategies such as reciprocal teaching and guided reading into instruction to develop critical-thinking skills required for advanced literacy tasks.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.
Spanish 3 and 4 Instructor
Esperanza High School
Anaheim Hills, CA
01.2000 - 01.2012
- Reading / WASC Committee Member
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
- Evaluated student assessments to identify areas of growth and improvement, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
- Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
- Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
- Assisted in curriculum development, ensuring alignment with state standards and best practices for effective instruction.
- Oversaw curriculum development and implementation in alignment with best practices.
- Enhanced classroom collaboration through the implementation of group projects and team-building activities.
- Organized extracurricular activities that enriched students'' educational experience beyond the classroom setting.
- Cultivated culture of critical thinking and inquiry, preparing students for real-world problem-solving.
Spanish 2 and 3 Instructor
Canyon High School
Anaheim Hills, CA
01.1997 - 06.2000
- International Baccalaureate Instructor
- National Honors Society / Indian Club Advisor
- Mentor Teacher
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Evaluated student assessments to identify areas of growth and improvement, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
- Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
- Developed and clearly presented classroom rules, guidelines and objectives.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Organized extracurricular activities that enriched students'' educational experience beyond the classroom setting.
- Increased student participation with introduction of group projects and collaborative learning sessions.
- Conducted regular assessment tests to monitor student progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create more cohesive and integrated curriculum.
- Organized and led educational workshops for peers, sharing best practices in pedagogy and classroom management.
Education
Master of Education Degree - Reading
Grand Canyon University
Arizona01.2007
Master of Education Degree - Administration
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA01.1996
Single Subject Credential - Spanish
California State University
San Bernardino, CA01.1995
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
California State University
San Bernardino, CA01.1993
Skills
- Student engagement
- Adaptive learning
PROFESSIONAL GROWTH
- Reading Strategies Across the Curriculum, Dr. DiCeco
- Project COACH Foreign Language, University of Irvine
- Strategies for Foreign Language Teaching, California State San Bernardino
- Bureau of Education and Research
- Internet to enhance Foreign Language Instruction
- The Center for Bilingual Multicultural Studies, Cuernavaca, Mexico
Timeline
Learning Lab Instructor
North Orange County Community College District
08.2015 - 05.2017
Spanish Instructor
Yorba Linda High School
01.2012 - Current
Reading Instructor
Cerritos College
01.2005 - 2017
Spanish 3 and 4 Instructor
Esperanza High School
01.2000 - 01.2012
Spanish 2 and 3 Instructor
Canyon High School
01.1997 - 06.2000
Master of Education Degree - Administration
Azusa Pacific University
Single Subject Credential - Spanish
California State University
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
California State University
Master of Education Degree - Reading
Grand Canyon University