DANA L. MCDANIEL
Covington,LA
Summary
Experienced and dedicated educator with a successful history of creating a positive and interactive learning atmosphere. Proficient in crafting and executing creative teaching methods to cater to diverse student requirements. Excellent communication skills to effectively engage with students, parents, and colleagues, fostering collaborative relationships to ensure student achievement. Committed to continuous professional development and staying current with the latest educational trends and technologies.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Math/History Educator
Courtney Christian School
08.2023 - Current
- Encouraged students to think critically and develop problem-solving skills.
- Coordinated extracurricular activities such as clubs or sports teams related to subject area expertise, fostering a sense of community within the school setting while encouraging personal growth among participants.
- Designed engaging hands-on activities that encouraged problem-solving skills and critical thinking among students.
- Organized after-school tutoring sessions for struggling students, improving their understanding of challenging concepts.
- Implemented data-driven instructional practices to target areas of weakness, resulting in increased student achievement across all subject areas.
- Assessed student progress regularly using a variety of formative assessment tools, adjusting instruction accordingly to meet individual needs.
- Developed positive relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication, fostering a supportive learning environment for students.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations and implementing consistent consequences when necessary, creating a positive learning environment for all students.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Certified Mathematics Educator
St. Tammany Parish School System
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Establish a structured, nurturing, and consistent teaching environment that allows all children the ability to learn
- Analyze and organize data to create plans for student growth and achievement
- Plan and implement grade level lessons that are both challenging and relevant to student expectations and needs
- Enhanced student learning by optimizing a wide range of instructional approaches and innovative classroom activities
- Create and maintain respectful and open communication between myself, parents/caretakers, student, and administration
- Work collaboratively with teachers and administrators to become a proficient educator in the field of Mathematics
- Facilitated online courses in Algebra 1 for the summer school/credit recovery program
- Taught Geometry, Business Mathematics, and Algebra 1 Courses
- Engaged students in community outreach through Key Club [Co-Sponsor]
Certified Educator grades 1-5, Algebra 1 Educator
Tangipahoa Parish School System
08.2012 - 05.2021
- Engage in professional development meetings that are both self and team directed
- Develop lesson plans using state standards that build knowledge and prepare students for end of year assessments
- Promote a positive work environment with an emphasis on student growth
- Create partnership with colleagues, parents/caregivers
- Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law, district policies, and administrative regulations
- Demonstrate the ability to access and facilitate student academic growth
- Co-sponsored and assisted coaching extra-curricular activities and programs
- Attended and worked alongside parents/caregivers at 504/IEP meetings to meet the needs of the learner
- Served on school wide PBIS Committee planning events and special rewards for school wide behavior plan
- Taught 5th Grade Social Studies and Algebra 1 courses
Education
Certified Grades 1 through 5 - Mathematics Grades 1-8, Regular Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA01.2011
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Critical thinking promotion
- Collaborative teaching
- Instructional strategies
- Creative lesson design
- Classroom management
- Motivating students
- Relationship building
- Student engagement
- Positive role model and mentor
- Technology integration
Certification
- Certified Grades 1 through 5
- Mathematics Grades 1-8
- Regular Education
Timeline
Certified Math/History Educator
Courtney Christian School
08.2023 - Current
Certified Mathematics Educator
St. Tammany Parish School System
08.2021 - 05.2023
Certified Educator grades 1-5, Algebra 1 Educator
Tangipahoa Parish School System
08.2012 - 05.2021
Certified Grades 1 through 5 - Mathematics Grades 1-8, Regular Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Southeastern Louisiana University
- Certified Grades 1 through 5
- Mathematics Grades 1-8
- Regular Education
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