Dana Sato
Montgomery Village,MD
Summary
Quality and results-driven editor with superior attention to detail and deadline-oriented. Superior proficiency in writing both creative and technical blurbs, guidelines, and captions. A strong foundation in editing and content management. Successfully led editorial projects and ensured high standards of quality and accuracy. Demonstrated expertise in proofreading and team collaboration.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Rockville High School
07.2012 - Current
- Creating and delivering daily innovative and engaging lesson plans for multitude of classes
- Classes taught include: IB Theory of Knowledge, AP Literature and Composition, IB Personal & Professional Skills, Video Production 1 and 2, Radio 1 and 2, English 12, English 10, English 9, IB Theatre, Theatre 1 and 2, and Creative Writing
- Collaborating with teams of content and grade-alike teachers and paraeducators on lesson plans, as well as working with RTSE and case managers for IEP and 504 students
- Grade 10 English Instructional Lead, 2014-2018
- Grade 12 English Instructional Lead, 2018-2024
- Trained in AP Literature & Composition, AP Language & Composition, IB Literature, IB Language and Literature, IB Theatre, IB Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, CAS
- Supervising teacher for Extended Essays and Prescribed Titles
- Administer and Proctor Individual Oral Commentaries for HL Language and Literature
- Extended Essay Coordinator & CAS Coordinator
- Elected Faculty Representative, 2016-2022
- Drama sponsor (2011-current): direct & produce two full-scale theatrical productions throughout the school year
- Echoes Literary Magazine Advisor (Earned Superior Rating from National Council of Teachers of English in 2023)
- WRAM Morning Show producer (2013-2016): prepared and executed daily morning show that provides students, staff, and parents with school news, sports updates, and special features.
Secondary English Education Adjunct Professor
Montgomery College
12.2020 - Current
- Create and deliver biweekly lessons to graduate students in ACET program
- Successfully mentored over 50 candidates through program and placed into appropriate secondary classrooms
- Observe and provide feedback to both sample and live lessons
- Provide coaching to students upon entering student teaching
- Mentor student teachers
International Baccalaureate Examiner, Theory of Knowledge
International Baccalaureate
03.2018 - 05.2024
- Responsible for accurate scoring of anonymous Theory of Knowledge Prescribed Title Essays based on allocation within given time frame
- Responsible for minimum of 200 essays; typical caseload consisted of over 500 essays
- Keeping up-to-date with current scoring standards
- Providing quality feedback on individual essays, as well as holistic feedback to IB
- Consistent communication with Primary Examiner.
English Teacher
Earle B. Wood Middle School
08.2008 - 06.2012
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning for 7th and 8th grade English classes
- Collaborating with teams of content and grade-alike teachers and paraeducators on lesson plans
- Aiding and supporting students with their classwork and homework
- Drama sponsor (2009-2012): direct & produce two full-scale theatrical productions throughout the school year
- Wake Up Wood! Morning Show co-producer: daily prepared and executed live morning show that provides students, staff, and parents with school news, Word of the Day, Music News, and special features
- Co-Chair, Multicultural Committee: planning and preparing for International Night, as well as other activities celebrating diversity in the school throughout the year.
Education
Fellowship - Educational Discourse
The Mill Institute
Austin, Texas03.2025
MA - English & Creative Writing
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH05.2015
Alternative Certification for Effective Teachers (ACET) -
Montgomery College
Rockville, MD05.2008
BA - English Language and Literature
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park05.2006
Skills
- Experienced editor and proofreader: student written projects, such as essays, creative narratives, research papers, literary magazine, drama department publications, and more
- Successfully mentored several student teachers from George Washington University, University of Maryland, and Montgomery College
- Collaboration is key: successful instructional lead for English 10, English 12, Theory of Knowledge, and Drama Department
- Significant experience with MLA formatting, proficient in AP, APA, Chicago, and Harvard styles as well
- Strong understanding and application of English grammar and conventions
- Experience in Video Editing on iMovie and Adobe Premiere
- Detail oriented, with excellent organizational skills
- Volunteer with Rockville Musical Theatre, previously served on Board of Directors as Technical Director
- Red Cross Certified in First Aid, CPR, AED, and Lifeguarding
- Athletic coaching experience (Competitive swimming), 2004-current
- Served on MCPS Evaluation and Selection Committee
- Fiction Publications: “Moving On,” VIMFIRE Magazine, October 2014; “A Side of Ketchup,” The Oddville Press, February 2015
Accomplishments
- Published annual editions of Echoes through effectively advising a team of ~15 students with editing and processing submissions (fiction, nonfiction, visual art, photography), in addition to collaborating and negotiating with printing companies to produce high quality literary magazines for school consumption. Regularly organized fundraising events to raise money for publication costs.
- Achieved National Board certification in fourth year of teaching
- Produced and directed over thirty full stage productions (plays and musicals) with student companies of cast, crew, and orchestra numbering up to 130, and overseeing a staff production team of 3-5
- Implemented the first ever use of MCPS online/hybrid teaching in 2009 to accommodate a student with cancer
Certification
- Maryland Advanced Professional Teaching Certification, CER-143965-F9Q4Y9
- National Board Certified Teacher, Young Adults and Adolescents/English Language Arts, 2014, 2023
References
Available upon request
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Japanese
Limited Working
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursCareer advancementPaid sick leave401k matchPaid time offPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsSoftware
Adobe
Microsoft Office
Timeline
Secondary English Education Adjunct Professor
Montgomery College
12.2020 - Current
International Baccalaureate Examiner, Theory of Knowledge
International Baccalaureate
03.2018 - 05.2024
Teacher
Rockville High School
07.2012 - Current
English Teacher
Earle B. Wood Middle School
08.2008 - 06.2012
- Maryland Advanced Professional Teaching Certification, CER-143965-F9Q4Y9
- National Board Certified Teacher, Young Adults and Adolescents/English Language Arts, 2014, 2023
Fellowship - Educational Discourse
The Mill Institute
MA - English & Creative Writing
Southern New Hampshire University
Alternative Certification for Effective Teachers (ACET) -
Montgomery College
BA - English Language and Literature
University of Maryland, College Park
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